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MIAMI TANGO FANTASY FESTIVAL 2010 PRESENTS:

Gustavo Naveira & Giselle Anne

Dancer and internationally ranking choreographer, Gustavo is also the pioneer of a new technique of teaching the tango, now famous worldwide. After more than twenty years of experience and touring all over the world , he imparts his knowledge with conceptual clarity and a rich technique. Being an exceptional analyst and investigator, his abilities have revolutionized tango dancing towards the end of the 20th century. Those who best know the world of tango dancing also appreciate his knowledge of tango dancing history and styles which he knows how to materialize through the creativity of his improvisations. The critics in Bs. As. said: "You could say that three stylistic tendencies contend for supremacy: Urquiza's style, Almagro's style and Naveira's style." (Clarín 8/8/99, Buenos Aires Argentina).

Giselle has demonstrated her abilities as a dancer and choreographer by performing in shows such as Tango Argentino, Tango Pasión, Mariano Mores, and Los Solistas de D'Arienzo. She has performed in America, Europe and Japan, and during the five years of her residence in Spain (1992-1997) she worked intensely with the tango: creating her own ballet, founding a school and inaugurating the "Casa del Tango" (Tango House) in Sevilla. The presence and solidity of her dance are balanced perfectly with the beauty of her movements, and this ensures that her dancing is always at the highest level.

Their Seminar is a new feature of the Tango Fantasy. Gustavo and Giselle Anne will also be teaching within the regular Fantasy program, but will be running their full seminar program as well for 4 hours each day!
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Miriam Larici & Leo Barrionuevo

Miriam Larici was introduced to the world of dance at the early age of five and began her international reputation as an extraordinary performer, instructor and choreographer.

Born and raised in Matheu, Buenos Aires, she was trained in classical Ballet,jazz, modern dance, acrobatic technique, Flamenco, social and stage Tango Her first Tango instructors were Gloria and Eduardo Arquimbau.

Miriam has produced, directed, and choreographed Tango shows, including Tango and Fire presented in Buenos Aires and the United States; the US "Festival Internacional de Tango Argentino"; "El Corazňn de Tango" and "Tango Buenos Aires"( for Columbia Artists).

Famous as the iconic image of Luis Bravo's Broadway-London hit "Forever Tango" Miriam mesmerized viewers and critics with her artistic elegance. She was invited to dance with the show for a performing arts series "Evening at Pops", with Boston Pops Orchestra nationally broadcasted by PBS. It was at that performance, the acclaim dancer Leslie Caron stated "ŠIf I had to choose among tango dancers in the world, these two would be my option." Ms Larici became a Broadway star while performing for two years at the Walter Kerr and Marquis Theater in Time Square. She also danced in the film Mambo Kings

Illuminating stages around the world, Miriam has performed and taught all over the world and in the US. Miriam presented her 1st "LOS ANGELES DE TANGO FESTIVAL" November 2008, at the Radisson Hotel in Whittier, California.

Miriam Larici and Leonardo Barrionuevo, are now sharing their mastery, intensity, passion and magic.

Miriam & Leonardo SUPERSTARS OF DANCE CHAMPIONS: Lately they achieved the Gold Medal competing as the Tango duet on NBC's new series Superstars of Dance. Watch.

Leonardo has trained in an exquisite Tango style with some of the best Milongueros of the night of Buenos Aires as well as in contemporary dance, jazz and partnering technique.

He has performed and/or choreographed in many tango shows in Argentina, Europe and Latin America. These include: "Tango Sur", "Adios Pampa Mia," "Una Noche de Tango","Tango Evolution" in Italy 2002, and "Che Tango" in the "Cafe Tortoni" in Buenos Aires Argentina, also futured with one of the most famous Tango orchestra of Argentina "Juan de Dios Filiberto."

In 2005 he toured with the show "Sabor a Tango" throughout Argentina, Colombia, Mexico and Venezuela. Leonardo has achieved first place in many tango festivals throughout Argentina such as: " Festival Patagonia y Tango" 2004 and " Festival Mayen Leufur" in Rio Negro Argentina among others. He has also starred in the show "Rojo Tango" at hotel "Faena" in the city of Buenos Aires.

In 2007, Leonardo joined the London/Broadway hit "FOREVER TANGO"and has been touring with the company for the past year at major cities of United States,He also performed for the National television on PBS starring at the Forever Tango film.

Mastery, intensity, passion and magic are now blended with Leonardo Barrionuevo and Miriam Larici dancing together since June 2008.

Recently joined the cast of "Los Angeles de Tango Festival and the stage production of Tango Adamor."

Miriam & Leonardo SUPERSTARS OF DANCE CHAMPIONS: Lately they achieved the Gold Medal competing as the Tango duet on NBC's new series Superstars of Dance.




Romina Levin & Claudio Villagra

Romina Levin formed part of the National Folkloric Ballet performing in several Buenos Aires theatres and touring Argentina and Japan.

In 2003, she joined Tango X2 Company, performing in "Tangos Una Leyenda" in Buenos Aires, Barcelona, Verona, Bolonia, Rome, Milan and London. She has given master classes in the International Festival of Tango in the Buenos San Martín Theatre. In 2005, she toured the world with the company Tango Seduction directed by Gustavo Russo. Cast member of Forever Tango directed by Luis Bravo and touring the USA and Puerto Rico.

She returned to TANGO X2 Company to perform with Miguel A. Zotto in "La Historia". As lead dancer for two years.

In 2008 she formed a partnership with CLAUDIO VILLAGRA, and returned to the show Forever Tango as principal couple.

Claudio trained at an early age with his grandfather, a "barrio milonguero". Then on to work with Antonio Todaro, Virulazo, Pepito Avellaneda, Gloria y Eduardo, among others. They contributed to his development into the great dancer and teacher he is today.

He has danced in the major Tango houses of Buenos Aires such as Casablanca, La Ventana, Michaelangelo and El Querandi. He then moved on to the international Tango houses and theaters such as Walter Kerr and Marquis in Broadway, New York, where he played for 2 years. Paris, France and Teatro Bellas Artes in Mexico. He joined the Forever Tango show with which he has been for many years. Along with his partner Romina, they dance as principal dancers in Forever Tango touring the world. They are considered the most powerful dance couple on a stage these days. They are fabulous performers as well as great teachers.




Adrian Veredice & Alejandra Hobert

One of the most charismatic dancing couples from the new generation of Argentinean dancers. The diversity of their artistic education has led to the development of their very personal style, the simplicity and unique elegance of which has rapidly built their reputation and standing out as one of the main couples of the present tanguero`s world. Teachers and Dancers in the biggest Festivals including: Berlin, Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, Istanbul, London, Brussels, Rio de Janeiro, etc. In Buenos Aires they are members of the staff of teachers of the International Congress of Argentine Tango and the World Championship of Ballroom organized by the World Dance Council. In the United States they are teachers of the Fred Astaire Dance Studios, and also in different Tango Associations in Europe, Australia and Asia. They treasure the Milonguera Essence and the Evolution to spread the Tango Argentino throughout the world. Adrian and Alejandra are the Main Artists and Choreographers of the "Otango" Show and the "Tanguisimo" Orchestra performing in the most important theaters of Europe and the United States.
Web Page: www.adrianyalejandra.com



Guillermo Salvat & Silvia Grynt

Guillermo Salvat & Silvia Grynt started dancing together in 2001 when they joined the cast of the show "Una Noche de Tango" in Buenos Aires. Since then they have performed and taught worldwide, in the five continents: from Australia to Europe, South Africa and the entire American continent. Their international experience in teaching makes them shine in their participation in some of the most important international festivals, like the "4to Encuentro Internacional de Tango Argentino" in Rome in 2002, the "U.S.T.C. Tango Fantasy" in Miami in 2004, 2006 y 2007," Boston Tango Festival" 2007, "Celebrate NYC Tango& film Festival" 2007.

They have been part of prestigious companies such as "TangoX2" and "Solo Tango", and they have participated in many shows like "Estampas Porteñas", "Magia de Tango", "Piazzolla Puro", "Soñando Tangos", "Esquina Carlos Gardel" and "Rojo Tango", performing in the most important stages of Buenos Aires and all over the world, like the Sydney Opera House and the Kremlin Palace's Theatre in Moscow, among many others. In 2006 they have released their own show, "Tango-a-Tierra", which has been presented in Buenos Aires and in the Pretoria State Theatre, South Africa.

They are known and appreciated for their technical and precise teaching, as well for their unique performing style.



Pablo & Ailica Repun

PABLO REPUN has been teaching and dancing tango professionally since 1993.

Pablo was born and raised in Buenos Aires where he had an extensive training with the top professional Masters of Argentine tango. He has taken his knowledge & experience both as a teacher and performer to different parts of the world such as Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, Germany and throughout the USA including Alaska where he received a special invitation from the Mayor of Juneau. He performed on TV in Brazil, Costa Rica and USA.

In 2002, Pablo moved to Miami, Florida where he now teaches and dances professionally with Alicia Repun, also born and raised in Buenos Aires. They together have a very active schedule teaching Argentine tango in the Miami - Ft Lauderdale area and on the West Coast of Florida: Naples, Ft. Myers and Sarasota in addition to their travels to Seattle and Alaska, and other cities in USA and abroad.

For more information about them please visit www.pablorepuntango.com


Silvina Valz & Oliver Kolker

Silvina Valz teaches and performs tango throughout Europe, Japan, the United States and Buenos Aires. Silvina is one of the young great tango dancers whose dance incorporates elements from all styles of tango. She has studied and practiced tango in Buenos Aires with different teachers, among others, Pepito Avellaneda and Gustavo Naviera. Silvina is a dancer of the younger generation, known for her work with milonga master, Dany Garcia (El Flaco). In addition to being one of the tango's rising stars, Silvina has worked as a choreographer and production assistant with the Theatre Antoine Vitoz. She has taught dancing and acting to young people in the National School for the Blind. She has a unique and beautiful dance style, filled with humor and passion. Her teaching is clear and well structured. Her work is grounded in the classic styles of tango, and is also a bridge to the more modern styles.

Oliver Kolker, born in New York City, grew up in Argentina. His love for the Tango was inspired by his grandmother, a Tango singer and dancer. He studied with Miguel Angel Zotto, Osvaldo Zotto, Roberto Herrera, Graciela Gonzalez, Carlos Gavito, Carlos Copello, Horacio Godoy, and Luis Solanas. Together with Mora Godoy, Oliver started "Tango Emocion," a dance company of 6 couples and the Lisandro Adrovers Quintet. They toured throughout Europe visiting The Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, Norway, Finland and Sweden. In 2002, Oliver placed 6th out of 150 couples at the World Tango Championship Salon Category. At the World Tango Championship in 2004, he reached the finals in the Stage Category. More recently, Oliver taught in Israel as a special guest artist at the most prestigious Tango School in Tel Aviv, the Lidor Dance Studio. In New York City, he launched the extremely popular "TangoExperience", a company that organizes trips Buenos Aires for people to immerse themselves in the "world that is Tango". Oliver's passion for dancing and teaching the Tango has enriched Stepping Out's program immensely. To quote: "With Tango I have found my expression, my way of being able to communicate with another dancer in a beautiful dialogue." Silvia and Oliver were recently part of the production "El Rey del Tango" in New York City.



Victoria Sarquisse, M.A.

Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina; Tango Teacher, Dancer, and Yoga Instructor will be teaching 'Flexibility Yoga for Tango Dancers'

This class will help you to:

* Improve posture and balance
* Help with upper body/ lower body disassociation
* Favor effortless elongation and strengthening of the muscles
* Relief from backaches and posture problems
* Energy management and projection (applied to Tango dance)
* Facilitate energetic leading for men
* Lighter following for women
* Promotes emotional relaxation for a better partner connection
Saturday to Monday 9:00 - 9:55 AM

Los Latigos

" Los Latigos", originally from Santiago Del Estero, Argentina with roots and essence where the Chacarera, Bombos (drums) and Boleadores were born. The energy and sentiment for our homeland that we project and transmit when we dance and teach have taken us to the most prestigious festivals, theaters and TV Shows in Argentina, and Miami such as The Carnival Center of Performing Arts & The Jackie Gleason Theater. We currently tour around the USA, Latin America and Europe.




Tango Fantasy cannot be responsible for last-minute cancellation of any teacher should one occur.

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