Submitted by Mariapia Scotto Di Carlo on the 2020 winter session study abroad program in Argentina sponsored by the Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures…
This week, we were able to see an authentic tango show right where it originated, Buenos Aires! I had seen tango in movies and obviously heard of it, but being able to see the show was an incredible experience. The cast opened with a group dance with incredible costumes, energy, and music performed by a live orchestra above the stage. After the first act, pairs took turns sharing the stage performing different forms of tango (some faster, slower, etc.) It was so cool to see different flares added into the dance. There were also some singing acts that took place, one even sang a famous tango song we learned about in class! It was the coolest dinner and show I’ve ever been to. It was incredible being able to apply what we learned in class and have seen in movies to having it right in front of us. I’m so grateful for such an experience! The way the tango dancers moved was so fast and intense, it seemed like it was only one person! Truly an incredible experience!