We're now in the full swing of festivities! If you’re feeling a little stressed by all the “Christmas rush”, take some time out and tango - it really does help to clear the mind and to connect with yourself and others. Isn’t that what this season is all about?

We sincerely thank all the friends of PATIO de TANGO who have attended and supported our events throughout this year as well as the many angels behind the scene that helped us make it all possible.

In case we don’t see you  before the New Year, we wish you success and happiness for 2005.

-  PATIO de TANGO EVENTS  -

Our next Milongas…

Botany RSL Friday 31/12/04 - New Years Eve Masquerade Ball

Rose Bay RSL Saturday 29/1/05 - “5th Saturday” Milonga

Rose Bay RSL weekly Milongas - every Tuesday throughout December and January (excluding 28/12/04).
Tue. 21/12/04 - incl. Tango performance by three mystery guests!!

The event of the year…
NEW YEARS EVE MASQUERADE BALL
31 December 2004
Botany RSL, 1421 Botany Road
 7:30pm - 1am

We have people coming from as far as Canberra, Brisbane, Byron Bay, Germany and Buenos Aires! It’s going to be a great chance to catch up with old friends and meet new people.

Be pampered in a luxurious setting and end the year on a high note !

Dress theme: “Glamour with a mask”
Prizes for best dressed man and woman

• Live music - by one of Sydney’s top Latin entertainers!
• Spectacular tango show
•Tango, Salsa and other Latin dance music, Rock 'n Roll
• Smorgasbord dinner and dessert
• Glass of champagne
• Live telecast of the midnight fireworks
• Lucky door prizes

Tickets must be purchased by 22nd December. We are unable to sell tickets after this date due to catering requirements.

Ticket $75  -  Group discounts for bookings of 12 or more (12 per table). Please be aware that places are limited and by numbered seats, so book now to avoid disappointment.

Performing on the night is our most popular act over the past three years - the harpist / singer / dancer extraordinaire VICTOR VALDES  with some exquisite songs from Central and South America, including some Tango and Vals for dancing!

His powerful and passionate voice is breathtaking and the magical melodies of the Mexican harp enchanting.

Victor has amazing credentials. As a solo harpist he has given concerts in over 25 countries of 4 continents around the world. He was a member of the best and highly acclaimed Mexican Folk group of Veracruz Mexico, 'Tlen Huicani' for ten years. (Named best folk group in Mexico by the union of music and theatre critics). With this group Victor gave many concerts and performances including 15 times in the Sydney Opera House.

Victor is also a specialist in guitars of Latin American percussion including conga, bongo, timbal, maracas and much more. In Sydney he is a member of the Harp Society and has performed at their annual concert in the Government House and has given many workshops of the Mexican Jarocho Harp. Contact us for bookings and enquiries                                   [top of page]

Rose Bay Milongas
Every Tuesday 7.30pm – 11pm
Rose Bay RSL, New South Head Rd (Cnr. Vickery Ave)
Every 5th Saturday of the month (when occurring)

Next Saturday Milonga in Rose Bay – 29 January 2005

You can continue to dance Tango every Tuesday in Rose Bay right through December and January and into 2005 (excl. December 28 - public holiday).

Cover Charge (excluding special events)
Tuesdays: $10 or free with class.
Saturdays: $15  - incl. free Tango lesson 7.30pm - 8.30pm
(excl. special events)

Botany Milongas - one Friday a month
There will be NO Botany Milonga in January, but we’ll be continuing our monthly Friday Milongas from February 2005 onwards. Dates will be out shortly.

We love Tango at Botany! We love the huge dance floor and the sensational music. We love the candlelight and the nightclub ambience. We love the easy-going and friendly atmosphere you encourage. We always have such an excellent time and look forward to the next Botany night with eager anticipation. Keep it coming!
Sam Stevens & Paul Fairweather

Give the gift of Tango this Christmas !

Contact Sophia on (02) 9386 4289 to purchase one of our attractive...

GIFT CERTIFICATES - for group or private lessons or Milonga entries - to the value of your choice.

Tango CDs are another great gift idea. We have a large range of CDs direct from Buenos Aires ($25 - $29 each).
-  TANGO LESSONS  -

December 04 - January 05

Over the break we are offering lessons at the Rose Bay RSL over the December to January period for Intermediate and Advanced students.

Tango: Dec 21, Jan 4
Milonga: Jan 11
Milonga traspié: Jan 18, Jan 25

Pre-paid rate:
4 classes: $68 ($17 / class)
Casual rate: $20 /class

All rates include FREE entry to the PATIO de TANGO Tuesday Milonga.

Our six week courses resume in the first week of February 2005. Bookings are essential and early bird rate of $90 available until 25/1/05.

Beginners:
Wed 2/2/05 - 9/3/05 GLEBE CAFÉ CHURCH 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Thur 3/2/05 - 10/3/05 BONDI BEACH PAVILON7pm - 8:30pm
Intermediate:
Tue 1/2/05 - 8/3/05 ROSE BAY RSL, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wed 2/2/05 - 9/3/05 GLEBE CAFÉ CHURCH 7:45pm - 9pm
Thu 3/2/05 - 10/3/05 BONDI BEACH PAVILION 8pm - 9:30pm   [top of page]

-  OTHER EVENTS  -

The Australian Ballet … it’s almost Tango!
RED HOT & NEW
3 - 22 December
 Opera Theatre, Sydney Opera House
Bookings: (02) 9250 7777

Red Hot & New is ballet for the 21st Century: Three new works by acclaimed young choreographers Adrian Burnett (Australia), Christopher Wheeldon (UK) and Nicolo Fonte (America).

Of special interest to our readers is the piece choreographed by Brooklyn born Fonte - ALMOST TANGO - described as “an exploration of the relationships and conflicts that are prevalent in Tango. Rich in movement and images, this stylish work is full of energy and vitality.”

For more information visit www.australianballet.com.au

-  PATIO de TANGO Students  -

We put the spotlight on two fascinating people who leant Tango with us in 2004 - actor/singer - Tyran Parke and local author Lilian Skurnik…

Tyran Parke has been touring NZ in the production of EVITA, which requires him to Tango dance on stage! An excerpt from a recent email . . .

“On the first day the choreographer, Miriam Cuperman, had heard I had done some lessons with you guys and she wanted to test me out I guess. She came up and said, "Ok then Tango. Go". Thank God I remembered the things you taught me! It’s quite interesting as each of the dances come out of different emotions but they are still variations on the Tango steps you taught me… “

Lilian Skurnik is a bright vivacious, energetic woman who is totally blind. Lilian has recently released her autobiography "Out of Sight". It’s a great read. To purchase a copy contact Lilian on (02) 9371 8336.

“At the age of 14, I became blind due to a brain tumour. However this has not stopped me from loving dancing and learning Tango. I find that for me the most important thing is rhythm, and if one can develop that anyone can become a good dancer.” (Lilian Skurnik)                                      [top of page]

-  RECENT HIGHLIGHTS  -

Christmas Milonga                                                               Rose Bay   14/12/04


3rd Birthday Milonga - Rose Bay 23/11/04 - A special thank you to our wonderful Salsa and Merengue performers Alkala and Sarita, who also gave an impromptu salsa lesson. They are fantastic teachers of Salsa and other street Latin dances. Contact us for more information on their classes.

 

Appearing on the Disney Channel
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Until we dance, un abrazo tanguero. . .

                             

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