The waltz moves gently while the quickstep races, but the tango radiates raw passion. With dancers moving cheek to cheek or forehead to forehead, the tango expresses an intense, silent connection between partners. We Call It Tango in Tampa captures the essence of this iconic dance, celebrating its deep roots and cultural significance in Argentina, Latin America, and across the world.
Places are limited for this experience in Tampa taking place on select dates over the coming months. Sit back and relax as love, loss, and longing are conveyed in every syncopated beat, lively note, abrupt movement, and tap.
What is “We Call It Tango”?
It is a captivating show that follows the life story of Amelia set in the ’50s at Villa Malcom, Buenos Aires. Two professional dancers and two musicians will take the audience through a three-part performance featuring thirteen different tangos. A symbol of resilience, the tango is presented in its most authentic form at this one-of-a-kind production in Tampa.
Tango, its music, and the show
One might ask, “What makes the tango so special?” Many things actually, including the fact that the only way to dance to Argentine tango music is to dance the tango. Furthermore, dancers are expected to build on what they already know of the conventional steps and embrace improvisation. And you can get a real sense of this at We Call It Tango while listening to the bandoneon and piano, watching the connection between the dancers.
Songs by legendary Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla, Osvaldo Fresedo, the “King of Tango” Carlos Gardel, and more will be performed on the night.
Everybody knows “it takes two to tango.” We Call It Tango is ready to show audiences how two people can own a dance floor and a room. So, what are you waiting for? Find your seat at the wondrous spectacle on select dates over the coming months. Doors open 30 minutes before the show begins. Don’t forget, seats are assigned in each section on a first-come, first-served basis.