Tango Cabaret "Tango Through the Ages" Starring Guillermo Merlo and Fernanda Ghi of the PBS Special Tango Magic
Thursday and Friday, September 6th and 7th at China Harbor Restaurant (2040 Westlake Ave. N, Seattle, WA) 7:00-9:00 Dancing and dinning with optional light buffet ($5) 9:00-10:00 Tango show 10:00-1:00 Dancing to live music and DJ Emilo Flores Tickets are $25, $20 for Students and Seniors ( must be 21 or over) Tickets available through Michelle Badion or Ticket Window 206-325-6500, www.ticketwindowonline.com, or ticket window box offices at Pike Place Market, Broadway Market, or Meydenbauer Center. Special Bonus - free beginning lesson with ticket for the show Bonus Beginning Tango lesson will be September 3rd at the Wilsonian Ballroom 6:00-7:00 (4718 Univ. Way NE, Seattle, WA) Tango Cabaret - Tango Through the Ages The Tango, a dance known around the world for its sensuality and beauty, began in Buenos Aires more than 100 years ago. This is Seattle's 4th Tango Cabaret, featuring international stars from Argentina, local dancers, and musicians showcasing the evolution of tango. "We are thrilled to have the stars of "Forever Tango," and the PBS special "Tango magic" with us. They are considered the best, and I know their dancing will captivate the audience. They have performed throughout the world starring in very successful shows," says Michelle Badion, the shows producer. Badion's dance troupe 22-Tango along with professional Tango teachers, including Sonny Newman, will fill out the show highlighting how tango has become infused in our culture. "Tango is more than dance or music, it is the most passionate, romantic, and sensual thing a man and woman can do in public," says Michelle. This show will explore how this exotic dance has affected the rest of the world with it powerful and evocative sensuality. Tango Cabaret is becoming tradition in Seattle, showcasing dancers and musicians in a nightclub setting. "the intimacy of the cabaret is very different from a stage show. Our guests enjoy sharing a table, dining and dancing in the same venue as the performance." Guests are invited to arrive early for the pre-show buffet and to stay for social dancing following the show. "Our local dancers always delight the audience with their talent," says Badion, "and of course it is exciting to see world performers. Anyone who enjoys good music and dance will enjoy the show whether they dance the Tango or not." Special invitation for the press: You are invited to come to China Harbor Wednesday, September 5th, to meet the cast, interview the stars, and see what this show is all about. It will be a technical rehearsal, so feel free to stop by any time from 6:00 to 11:00 and stay as long as you like. The stars as well as the producer and the cast, will be available for brief interviews. For more information or photos of the performers contact: Michelle Badion at 206-525-5928 posted by: Lachlan Cooke, Technical Director, Assistant Producer
