A Tango, Three Moments: The Show Celebrating Tango's History in Medellín
A few days ago, the Secretary of Culture announced the idea of making tango one of the city's cultural heritages. Regardless of whether this becomes a reality, the truth is that the musical genre is already part of the identity fabric of the Antioquian capital. Here, tango is a collection of songs, of course, and a feeling embodied in certain corners of the urban geography and in the amateur and professional dances of hundreds of paisas.
TL;DR
- The A Puro Tango company is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a performance of 'Un tango, tres momentos' at the Teatro Metropolitano.
- The show combines live music, dance, and theatrical elements to depict various stages of tango.
- The company was founded 25 years ago in Medellín by dancer Sebastián Avendaño.
- A Puro Tango has produced around 15 works and toured extensively within and outside Colombia.
- The anniversary coincides with an initiative by the Medellín Mayor's Office to declare tango a cultural heritage of the city.
- 'Un tango, tres moments' was created during the pandemic and has been presented internationally, including in Germany.
- The performance marks the beginning of commemorative programming that will extend into 2026.