This Weekend in Tango, December 12-15, 2013

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Webmaster

This weekend is our favorite weekend in tango because we host Milonga Utopia on Saturday, December 14th from 9 PM to 2 AM at Triangle Dance Studios ($10). This month, guest DJ Alicia Rico-Lazarowski will sweep us off our feet with her elegant mix of music inspired by the Golden Age of tango. Be sure to listen out for her cortinas, which feature a bevy of beautiful female voices from around the world.

To prepare for this weekend’s milonga, come out TONIGHT to either the Beginner class at 6:30 PM or the weekly Thursday práctica at 7:30 PM. Dancers at all experience levels are welcome.

On Sunday, we’ll prepare for our Monday night classes. Intermediate students will continue to use the Elements of the Cross with the milonga rhythm (7 PM). Advanced students will keep practicing in close embrace (8:30 PM).

Feel free to sign up for any of these events at our Meetup group and visit our Facebook page for the latest updates and photos.

See you on the dance floor!

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Celebrate the New Year with Tango Utopia

Posted on December 8, 2013 by Webmaster

Tango Utopia is thrilled to host the New Year’s Eve Milonga. For the evening, we’ll have a double dose of guest DJs. The Triangle’s esteemed DJ, Thierry Olivry will bring his festive mix of music from 8 PM to 11 PM. Then Rick Kim returns once again to the Triangle to usher us into 2014 with his tantalizing tandas. Guests will enjoy a wonderful dinner, and of course, a champagne toast at midnight. The music will go to 3 AM, so you can join us after midnight and still have a great time. Let’s bring in the New Year Tango Utopia style!

Time: 8 PM to 3 AM (or beyond)

Cost: $25 per person; $20 for students; $15 after midnight

Location: Triangle Dance Studios (back studio) – 2603 S. Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703

 

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This Weekend in Tango, December 5-8, 2013

Posted on December 5, 2013 by Webmaster

Our tango weekend begins in the usual fashion–with the Beginners class at 6:30 PM, followed by the weekly Thursday night práctica at 7:30 PM ($5). Tonight is the only opportunity to tango in the Triangle this weekend.

For those of you who want to expand your horizons, consider the 2.5 hour drive to the Queen City for the Candlelight Tango Festival in Charlotte. This event features four milongas (Friday night, Saturday afternoon alternative, Saturday evening and Sunday brunch) and guest DJs from around the southeast, including our favorite guest teacher, Cecil Ho. Visit the festival website for more information on locations and pricing.

On Sunday, we’ll rest our tired feet so we can be ready for Monday’s Intermediate (7 PM) and Advanced (8:30 PM) classes.

Feel free to sign up for any of these events at our Meetup group and visit our Facebook page for the latest updates and photos.

See you on the dance floor!

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Special Tango Event This Weekend

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Webmaster

Candlelight Tango Festival in Charlotte: This event is the 9th annual celebration of the International Day of Tango and features four milongas–Friday night, Saturday afternoon alternative, Saturday evening, and Sunday brunch. For more information, visit the festival website:
http://www.candlelighttangofestival.com/

PELASE NOTE: The Brigitta Winkler workshop has been cancelled.

 

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Black Friday Practilonga

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Webmaster
Looking to wind down after a day braving the crowds at the mall?  Wondering what to do with the leftovers in your fridge?  Well, you can bring your wound up self and your leftovers to this week’s only tango event here in Durham. Cecil Ho will DJ and Jae will host. Some light refreshments will be provided.
Date: Friday, 11/29/2013
Time: 7.00-10.00pm
Place: Downstairs Studio, Triangle Dance Studio,  2603 South Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703
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This Weekend in Tango, November 27-December 1, 2013

Posted on November 27, 2013 by Webmaster

We’re sending out the weekly notice one day early due to the Thanksgiving holiday. THERE WILL BE NO BEGINNER CLASS OR PRACTICA TOMORROW. We hope you enjoy this holiday with your family and friends.

Intermediate and Advanced Classes resume on Monday, December 2nd and the Beginner class continues on Thursday, December 5th.

Stay safe and dry this holiday!

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This Weekend in Tango, November 21-24, 2013

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Webmaster

TONIGHT’S weekly práctica is the only opportunity to tango this weekend ($5), so come and join us as we work on the techniques we learned in class. The práctica starts at 7:30 PM immediately after the Beginner class (6:30 PM). Guest teacher, Cecil Ho, will be standing in for Jae tonight. It is the third class of the series, so it’s not too late to join.

We’ll use this quiet weekend to rest up for Monday’s classes where Intermediate students learn “Elements of the Cross” and Advanced students work on “The Art of the Secret Lead.”

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, November 14-17, 2013

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Webmaster

You can get your fill of tango this weekend, starting with TONIGHT’S Beginner class at 6:30 PM ($10). It is only the second class of the eight-week series, so feel free to come if you missed last week.  The Thursday night practica starts immediately after class for dancers of all levels to work on what we learned this week.

Tomorrow (11/14) is the monthly Third Friday Milonga at Open Eye Cafe ($5).  This event features a FREE lesson at 8 PM, followed by a casual milonga from 9-11:30 PM. For more details, please visit the Triangle Tango website.

Saturday night (11/15) is a special tango lesson and milonga at Sarah B. Duke Gardens ($12 at the door). This venue is known for its elegant surroundings and gorgeous wood floors. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the Duke Gardens event page.

As always on Sunday, we rest up for Monday’s classes: The Elements of the Cross for Intermediate students  ($10) and The Art of the Secret Lead for Advanced students ($15). Drop-ins are welcome!And don’t forget about Tango Utopia’s FREE Monday night practica from 8:00-8:30 PM between classes.

You may sign up for any of these events at our Meetup group. Also be sure to like Tango Utopia on Facebook for the latest updates and photos from the November Milonga Utopia.

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, November 7-10, 2013

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Webmaster

The second weekend is our favorite weekend in tango because we host Milonga Utopia on Saturday, November 9th in the TDS back studio from 9 PM to 2 PM ($10). We are proud to have Triangle Tango President Eduardo Lazarowski as our DJ for the evening. His classic mix of music will transport you back to the streets of Buenos Aires. And of course, we’ll have the usual munchies, refreshments, and sparkling door prize to greet you. This milonga is known for its hospitality and friendly atmosphere so we hope you’ll join us.

To get a head start on the weekend, come to the FIRST CLASS of the new Beginners series TONIGHT at the TDS upstairs studio at 6:30 PM ($10). The class will focus on the basics, starting with the tango walk. As the series progresses, new students will learn how to walk with a partner in parallel and cross system as well as lead and follow pivots, ochos, and cruzadas (crossing steps). After the class we invite all newcomers and tango veterans to stay for the WEEKLY THURSDAY PRÁCTICA, starting at 7:30 PM ($5).

Speaking of veterans, Monday is Veteran’s Day and we WILL have our regularly scheduled classes. Intermediate students will continue working with Jae on The Elements of the Cross and guest teacher John Singletary will work with Advanced students on The Art of the Secret Lead, focusing on follower’s technique.

As always you may sign up for these events on the Meetup group and visit our Facebook page for the latest updates and photos.

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This Weekend in Tango, October 31 – November 3, 2013

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Webmaster

Join us TONIGHT at the Halloween Practilonga at TDS from 7:30-11:00 PM ($5). DJ Cecil Ho will scare up some of his best tandas. Jae will provide the ghoulish treats. All are encouraged to bring a snack or wear something festive to make this a memorable night.

No Beginner class tonight, but all Tango Utopia classes resume in November:

Starting Monday, November 4th:

Intermediate class: “The Elements of the Cross” (7 PM). In this 8-week course, students will learn the basic techniques of the cross and practice crossing steps (cruce y cruzada).

Advanced class: “The Art of the Secret Lead”  with guest teacher, John Singletary. In this 4-week series, leaders and followers will practice and explore the give and take that is possible with every step when both partners (and their cores) are fully engaged in the dance.

Starting Thursday, November 7th:

Beginner class: During the eight-week course, we will concentrate and work on the basics such as posture, embrace, body awareness, basic steps, pivots, connection, and walk in cross system. This series is ideal for tango newbies and students who want to refresh their skills.

For more information on pricing and series dates, please visit our Meetup group or our website. You can also follow us on Facebook for the latest news and photos.

See you on the dance floor!

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