Tango Dance

UnStrictly Tango: German Cornejo

For those of us appalled by BBC Strictly’s unashamedly banal demonstrations of tango dance, the yearly visits of German Cornejo and his dance troupe of world class Argentine dancers have been a welcome oasis of authenticity. We…

Reviews

German Cornejo's 'Wild Tango'

Amaranta Wright writes about a revolutionary tango show that will define German Cornejo as one of the greatest Argentine creatives of his generation.

In-depth Interviews

The Wild South

After years touring the most successful and innovative tango shows around the world, most notably Tango Fire Immortal Tango, Argentine choreographer and lead dancer Germán Cornejo and his company of 10 men and 3 girls, challenge…

Opinion

A Passion for Piazzolla

Astor Piazzolla has inspired many artists around the world, none more so than Ann Liebeck, creator of Violetta's Last Tango, the opera dance drama that premiered in Wilton’s Music Hall in 2017 and is streamed tonight. Here…

Surrogate Latinos

Surrogate Latina #4: Despina VIolari - dancer

Cyprus-born dancer Despina had been accumulating admirers on the Salsa scene for several years before getting to show off her grace and talent on the West End stage as part of the dance ensemble of 'On Your Feet'. She…

In-depth Interviews

The Chosen Couple

Ezequiel López and Camila Alegre have wowed audiences in every country they have performed. The couple features spectacular tango choreographies that include feet being thrown up in fast flourishes and legs being wrapped around…

Culture Guides

THE LUKAS DANCE WINNERS 2019

From Tango and Salsa to Flamenco and Ballet, here are The LUKAS Winners For Outstanding Contribution To Dance

Reviews

Tango Fire @ the Peacock

This phenomenal show - now in its 7th year - demonstrates new energy and drama every time it returns - a testament to German Cornejo's drive and love of his art, the reason Tango Fire is still as fresh as ever.

Fantasy Island Tracks

German Cornejo's Fantasy Island Tracks

If you were stranded on a desert island, which tracks would you absolutely need to get you through those times of despair? Our castaway, German Cornejo, choreographer and lead dancer of the smash hit dance show Tango Fire, is…

Top 10s...

Top Ten Astor Piazzolla

Of all history’s great musicians and composers, there are only a few names that last the test of time and are passed down from generation to generation…Mozart, Bach, Elgar, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, to name a…

Reviews

Tanguera @ Sadlers Wells

The Tango ballet/musical that was born out of an Argentina crisis shows its relevance to a London audience

In-depth Interviews

Tango, Tanguera - an interview with Diego Romay

One of the most popular shows of one of the most popular dance genres, Tango, comes again to Sadlers Wells this summer. Corina Poore talks to famed Argentine choreographer Diego Romay about the history of tango and his show…

Reviews

Tango Fire @ The Peacock Theatre

The playfulness, passion and techniqal brilliance of German Cornejo's award winning Tango Fire helped keep the winter blues away for Judy Frankl

Spotlight on...

LOVIN' LATIN LONDON - The Dancers

From village pubs to Saturday night television, Latin dances are captivating UK audiences more than ever before. It’s time to recognise the real stars of the show – from Tango and Salsa to Samba and Flamenco. London’s Latin…

Reviews

Immortal Tango

Argentine Tango Maestro German Cornejo brings his new show to London

Latin Londoners

LATIN LONDONER #12 David Benitez - Tango Dancer

United by romantic love and passion for tango David & Kim Benitez are not only great teachers, but also spectacular performers. The sensuality and magnetism of their dance made them win the LUKAS award for Tango Performers of…

In-depth Interviews

Fire in the Argentine Belly

German Cornejo, the lead dancer, and choreographer of 'Tango Fire’ and 'Immortal Tango' talks to Latinolife about his life in tango and tango's future.