Thanks to the popularity of reality TV and a long line-up of reality dance shows, there is a mounting resurgence of interest in social and performance dancing. Dance studios are popping up like mushrooms after rain, offering classes ranging from ballroom classics to hip-hop, salsa, merengue, zumba and more. One of these increasingly popular dances is Argentine Tango, which is perhaps one of the most challenging, and at the same time the most rewarding dances around. Developed mainly in Argentina with influences from various cultures, Argentine Tango is often confused with ballroom tango, which is the European adaptation of Argentine Tango. Argentine Tango has been developing over the last century, and at some points of its rich history was almost eradicated by the oppressing Argentine government. In recent years interest in tango has enjoyed an explosive growth and many venues are now available in nearly every major city in the world for learning and dancing social tango.

The diversity and breadth of Tango amplifies its complexity, but also brings out its inherent beauty and intricacy. Learning the basics of tango are simple: mastering it however, oftentimes takes many years of diligent practice. Many avid students of tango find themselves going through profound changes while exploring the many different aspects of it. The more they dance, the more they find that tango teaches them about focus, balance, trust, listening and sensitivity. Many find that studying and dancing tango lets them achieve new breakthroughs and use what they learned in tango in other areas of their life.

“When you study tango, you learn a great deal about yourself and about life”, says Paul Jazwierski, co-producer of Tango du Masque. “Tango teaches you about communicating with others. It teaches you about partnership and working together. It teaches you about paying attention to others and respecting them. It teaches you how to get in touch with your feelings. And also, it is just plain fun”.  Tango at its best allows people to explore their beliefs, feelings and emotions. It is a breath of fresh air in the world of six-foot fences and anonymous subdivisions.

This year you have a chance to experience tango live, at a New Year’s Eve Celebration called “Tango du Masque”.  It is an evening of entertainment based on the fabulous culture of Argentina’s Buenos Aires and the art and music of Tango. The event includes a gourmet meal and one of a kind performing arts Tango Show with live music and nationally renowned performers. The evening’s schedule also includes a midnight toast and a host of other entertainment, including an exhibition social tango dance (milonga). It is a formal event (dress code required) with a Venetian masquerade theme. The event is hosted right in downtown Denver.  For your New Year’s Eve celebration this year, this is one of the best entertainment choices of the year, and a unique opportunity to experience first hand the passion and beauty of tango.

For more information, registration and tickets for Tango Du Masque visit their website at www.TangoDuMasque.com.