Tango: A Romantic Ritual February 15, 2009

Argentine Tango - that dynamic and evocative style of dance that brings couples together in perfect unison, is layered with authentic customs and courtesies from Buenos Aires that add depth and surprises to this dramatic art form. Known for its smoldering mood, tango’s precise footwork and deep, emotional bends have captured the world’s imagination and given rise to a global subculture.

This Valentine’s Day weekend, TANGO: A ROMANTIC RITUAL takes you to the cafés of old Argentina to explore the hidden language of tango. TANGO: A ROMANTIC RITUAL features six dynamic couples in performance accompanied by Seth Asarnow (bandoneón), Marcelo Puig (guitar) and Terence Clarke (narrator). Directed by Debbie Goodwin, these professional Bay Area-based dancers and musicians are tango connoisseurs who possess captivating individual styles. Each discrete love affair played out onstage will culminate into a lively evening of entertainment.

The featured dancers are:
Debbie Goodwin and John Campbell
Pier Voulkos and Daniel Peters
Christy Coté and Darren Lees
Chelsea Eng and Count Glover
Carolina Rozensztroch and Humberto Décima
Mariana Ancarola and David Orly-Thompson

TANGO: A ROMANTIC RITUAL will be performed on Valentine’s Day at 8:00pm and on Sunday, February 15 at 2:00pm at the Drake Little Theater (1327 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo). For more information go to: socialdancecultures.org or call (800) 838-3006 for tickets.

Official Website: http://www.socialdancecultures.org