In this episode, I explore the role of performances in tango, especially from the perspective of social dancers. While many tango enthusiasts find performances irrelevant or even off-putting, there’s a deeper conversation about how performances and social dancing intersect.

I dive into the challenges of stage fright, what makes a performance engaging or cringe-worthy, and why some dancers avoid them altogether. If you've ever been curious about performing or simply want to understand what makes a good tango performance, this episode breaks it all down from both the audience’s and the dancer's viewpoint.

My performance from 2019: https://youtu.be/t6Z4o4F2cS0?si=M43DQDjSZKhlkBZR

Ariadna Naveira and Fernando Sanchez (example of “effortless” choreography): https://youtu.be/42hvUNVrwh8?si=LUjAJVyan-KETydr

Chino Perico (master of improvisation and minimalism): https://youtu.be/u80wfkhscII?si=mE8r3hRfi5G3ILsz

Southern California Tango Championship: https://socaltangochampionship.com/

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*Music courtesy of La Santa Calavera: “Un Día Nos Veremos” https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ekzhqyp6d4CpdNqp6Wh3W