Forever Tango

Last weekend, I had the opportunity to take in Luis Bravo's Forever Tango, a review of Tango in its many forms. The cast included a nine piece band, performing live with three Bandoneons (accordion), two pianists, bass and alto cello, and violin. Also performing was vocalist Martin De Leon, who sang in between presentations of dance.

But it was dance that took center stage. The movements of the dancers were graceful, daring, provocative, and sensual. The posturing, the machismo, the world of defined roles was actually... refreshing. But while the men evoked strength and control, the women had all the fun. They used the form provided by the men to make their moves. Legs whipping dangerously between legs, hips swiveling, arms raised in classic poses, the women of Forever Tango captivated us with flourishes of velvet and sequin.

Tango is more than a dance, it is seduction captured in movement. Throughout the performance, the audience let loose with cries and gasps, such was the level of both sexual energy and athletic prowess displayed.

In addition, I learned a little more about Tango and its various forms. As it has been adopted over the world, each culture has added its own little twists, which were showcased by the cast. I have to admit, I fell in love with Tango, as did many in the audience, that night. Though I may never learn to dance the Tango as gracefully as I observed this past weekend, I know I will one day learn to hold my own on the floor.