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Insights from a Tango Dialogue in Celebration of Black History Month 2024
Prepared by Joerg Schlatterer
On Sunday, February 25th, Tango Mercurio hosted a lively and insightful panel discussion in celebration of Black History Month. The event, which explored the influence of African rhythm in Tango and delved into contemporary Black experiences within the Tango community focusing on the topics of diversity and inclusivity, was open to the public with free admission.
Tango Mercurio Awarded Two New Grants
We're proud to announce we've been awarded a $15,000 grant from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities in support of our programs through next September.
And we're getting a $25,000 grant over five years to help develop our fundraising capacity from the Mihir Desai Foundation, a Virginia-based philanthropic organization. The two grants will help us expand our offerings under all our programs--classes, events and outreach.
We are very proud to announce the newest addition to the Tango Mercurio team. Please join us in welcoming Amanda Garley as our new Artistic Director!
Photo: Dancing @ First Saturday Special Edition, September 3, 2022
PC: S. Alexandra Russell
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities has awarded Tango Mercurio a $15,000 grant from its Relief and Recovery Fund to offset losses from COVID-19. The funding will help us cover staffing, space rental and other operating expenses in support of our classes, events and outreach activities.
At the end of July, Balance Gym closed their Thomas Circle location.
This Fall, starting Friday, September 16, Tango Mercurio's Friday classes and practica will be held at Balance Gym Capitol Hill.
We will continue with the same format as before. Two parallel classes (6:30-8:00pm) followed by a combined practica (8:00-8:45pm).
Please note that classes start @ 6:30pm - an hour earlier than in the past.
Parking is ample and easy at the new location.
214 D Street SE Washington DC 20003
Tango Mercurio, an arts-education nonprofit organization, seeks a passionate, experienced Artistic Director to oversee its Dance Education Program. Applicants should have a background in dance or related field, experience organizing and managing classes, a passion for tango, experience in the nonprofit sector, and an appreciation for community building.
Tango Mercurio, an art-education nonprofit organization, seeks a passionate individual to oversee its Queer Tango Program. Applicants should have a background in the arts, a passion for tango, experience in the nonprofit sector, familiarity with topics of importance to the LGBTQ+ community, and an appreciation for community building.
Tango Mercurio, a 501(c)(3) arts-education nonprofit organization, has openings for new Board members, including a Treasurer and preferably someone with marketing experience. Candidates should share a passion for tango, appreciate the value of community building, and be willing to share their skills and wisdom to make the organization stronger.
Tango Mercurio, an art-education nonprofit organization, seeks a passionate, experienced Live Music Program Director to oversee its Live Music Program. Applicants should have a background in the arts, a passion for tango, experience in the nonprofit sector, and an appreciation for community building.