Two Special Tango Workshops

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Webmaster

Though not sponsored by Tango Utopia, we thought you’d want to know about  two special tango workshops this weekend.

  1. Tango Basics Workshop with Gülden Özen (Saturday, May 18, 2013): This beginning-level workshop will introduce you to the basic elements of this improvisational style of tango, such as embrace and walking. Then try out your new skills at a local milonga! Come with or without a partner. To sign up, visit the Ninth Street Dance website.
  2. Nick Jones and Diana Cruz hosted by Tangophilia (Friday-Sunday, May 17-19, 2013): These instructors bring their special brand of fun and technique to tango to help you relax and find a broader sense of play in your dance. The weekend workshops include six workshops and two milongas. The Friday workshop is open to all levels and the Saturday and Sunday workshops are recommended for individuals who have some experience with tango. You may sign up for the entire weekend or just a few classes. Visit the Tangophilia website for more information on the classes and to register.

Take advantage of these opportunities to learn and practice tango!

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Another Great Milonga Utopia!

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Webmaster

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What a great Mother’s Day milonga! Turn out was spectacular with over 50 energetic dancers. Once again our DJ Katia Singletary provided music that kept our energy flowing and our feet moving. A big thanks to all the tango moms that made this Mother’s Day milonga one to remember. Thanks to our tango family for your continued support. It can’t be done without you!

Check out the photos from the event on our Facebook page!

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This Weekend in Tango, May 9-12, 2013

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Webmaster

We’ve been looking forward to this weekend all month…the May Milonga Utopia on Saturday, May 11th from 9 PM to 2 AM ($10) at Triangle Dance Studios. This event will honor all the tango moms for their hard work on and off the dance floor. All moms and moms-to-be will get TWO raffle tickets—one for the champagne door prize and another for a special prize. The DJ for Saturday night will be super-mom Katia Singletary, so we hope you will join us.

If you can’t join us on Saturday, you can always come out tonight for the weekly Thursday práctica at Triangle Dance Studios ($5) to continue working on the techniques we learned in class.

As usual on Sunday, we will rest up from our tango-filled weekend and prepare for class on Monday. Beginners will practice their side steps and pivots and Intermediates will practice back cross and pivots in close embrace. It’s still not too late to sign up for the series!

You can sign up for all of these events at our Meetup group. And don’t forget to “like” Tango Utopia on Facebook!

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This Weekend in Tango, May 2-5, 2013

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Webmaster

Greetings Utopians!

We had a great turnout on Monday for the first class in the 8-week series. We hope you come to Thursday night’s weekly práctica at Triangle Dance Studios ($5) to continue working on the techniques we learned in class. Jae will be around to help you, so be sure to say hello.

On Saturday night, the ladies of TangoUtopia will be taking their tango on the road to Asheville. For those of you staying in town, be sure to attend Triangle Tango’s First Saturday Milonga at TDS ($8). Visit the Triangle Tango website for more details.

On Sunday, we will rest up from our tango-filled weekend and prepare for class on Monday ($10). Beginners will continue their tango walks in different directions and Intermediates will practice finding a comfortable close embrace. It’s not too late to sign up for the series! Drop-ins are also welcome.

You can sign up for all of these events at our Meetup group.

And don’t forget to like TangoUtopia on Facebook!

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New 8-Week Series of Classes Starts Monday

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Webmaster

Don’t miss the new 8-week series of classes in Argentine tango starting THIS MONDAY, April 29, 2013. The Beginner series will cover fundamental tango techniques (walking, parallel and cross system, ochos, and turns). The Intermediate series builds on that foundation by bringing more sophisticated concepts and techniques to your dance.

Tango 1 Beginners (7:00 – 8:00 pm)

  • Individuals: $10 per week, $65 for 8-week course
  • Couples: $15 per couple, $110 for 8-week course

Tango 2 Intermediates (9:00 – 10:00 PM)

  • Individuals: $10 per week, $65 for 8-week course
  • Couples: $15 per couple, $110 for 8-week course

Free práctica between 8:00 – 9:00 PM

All classes are held in the upstairs studio at Triangle Dance Studios in Durham.

You may RSVP at our Meetup group or just sign up at the door!

 

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This Weekend in Tango, April 25-28, 2013

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Webmaster

Greetings Utopians!

As usual we kick off the weekend with the Thursday practica at Triangle Dance Studios ($5). This event is a great way to try out the new techniques you’ve learned in a safe and fun environment (RSVP here).

Saturday is a double-dose of tango. First, Tito Restucha will be visiting the Triangle from the Argentine Patagonia to give two tango workshops on Saturday (4/27) afternoon ($25 for singles $40 for couples for one class; $40 for singles, $60 for couples for two classes). To RSVP for the workshop, please contact Amalia Restucha (Amalia.Restucha@gmail.com). 

Saturday night (4/27) we will gather for the Milonga Pichuqueando at Piazza Italia from 9PM – 1AM (905 West Main Street, Durham, NC 27701). The event and the parking are FREE! 

On Sunday, we rest up for the new series of 8-week classes for Beginners and Intermediates. Beginners will be introduced to tango techniques and Intermediates will learn to do more on the floor.

You may RSVP to these events at the Tango Utopia Meetup site.

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, April 18-21, 2013

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Webmaster

As usual we kick off the weekend with the Thursday night práctica at Triangle Dance Studios ($5). This event is your opportunity to get one-on-one assistance from Jae and practice what you’ve learned in class in a friendly environment.

Jae is heading to Atlanta this weekend for the workshops with Alex Krebs, but feel free to go to the Open Eye in Carrboro for Triangle Tango’s Third Friday Milonga on April 19th. This event features a FREE lesson from 8-9 PM and dancing from 9-11:30 PM ($5). If you’re a little shy about getting on the dance floor, Open Eye is also great place to sip your tea/coffee/wine while absorbing the tango atmosphere.

Then on Sunday, we rest up for the last class of the 8-week series for Beginners and Intermediates on Monday (4/22). The new cycle of classes start on April 29th, so please sign up early.

You may RSVP to any or all of these events at the Tango Utopia Meetup site.

See you on the dance floor!

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Time To Dance @Milonga Utopia -04/13

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Webmaster

Wow!! Spring is in the air and it’s time to shake off those winter time blues and no better way to do it than with the April Tango Utopia Milonga. This month will be a bit different than past Milongia’s, there will be a silent auction of Tango art by Charlotte artist Bill Temples. It is a beautiful charcoal on paper piece and would be a fine addition to anyone’s collection, he will be bringing some additional pieces for people to purchase separately. This month the DJ will be our very own Eduardo Lazarowski and he will surely keep your feet moving on the floor. As always there will be plenty of munchies for keeping our energy levels up but everyone is encouraged to bring their favorite beverage to share with friends. And don’t forget there will be a sparkling door prize for the lucky ticket holder.
Looking forward to see everyone on the dance floor.

Dance the Tango and Dream of Utopia

when : April, 13 Saturday 9pm to 2am
Where : TDS Back studio
Door : $10 ( Utopia registered students $7)

Here is the Bill’s Aution piece and starting bid $100

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For more, please follow this link – http://templesart.com/charcoal.html
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Sunday Practica on this Sunday – March. 24th

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Webmaster

Exciting news! Cecil and Jae are having a practica on this Sunday practica in the TDS upstairs studio. Please join us!

Time : 3pm-6pm
Location : TDS upstair studio
Cover: $5 to cover the cost of the space

 

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Milonga Utopia at March. 9th.

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Webmaster

Dear, All

It’s here, tonight Milonga Utopia Time!! This month is shaping up to be one of
the best Tango Utopia Milongas ever!!! Fresh off of his national debut at the
ValenTango event in Portland the DJ will be Rick Kim from Washington DC. As
always there will be snacks and some munchies along with wine and water. The
door przie will of course be a bottle of bubbly. So plan to come early and stay
late you don’t miss a single tanda in this very special Milonga. I also
encourage you to bring your favorite beverage to share with friends. So come
with your best shoes and bring a friend!!!

TDS Back studio
At the door $10
Registered Utopia student $7
From 9pm to 2am ???

Looking forward to seeing all of you!

Abrazos,

Jae

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