Tango Mercurio to Launch Adapted Tango for Parkinson’s, Seeks DC Rehab Partner
Tango Mercurio, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts-education organization established in the District of Columbia, is planning to launch a program for people with Parkinson’s disease modeled after the Tango Therapy Project in Philadelphia. We have received grant funding from the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities to support the program in D.C.
DMV Tango Organizer Meeting Cultivates a Unified Vision for Tango Community Growth
On October 27, 2024, tango organizers from across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region gathered at La Cosecha in Washington, DC, to discuss the future of the local tango community. Hosted by Tango Mercurio, the meeting brought together representatives from diverse tango organizations……
Tango for Parkinson's
Our Older Adult Outreach Manager S. Alexandra Russell presented the science behind Adapted Tango for Parkinson’s at Tango Bar at Chacho’s educational happy hour on Thursday, August 8.
A Tango Dialogue in Celebration of Pride Month
Prepared by Natalie Donahue and Joerg Schlatterer
Tango Mercurio and the DC Queer Tango Collective hosted an event at La Cosecha on June 9 to celebrate Pride Month 2024. “Insights from a Tango Dialogue” was a free, public panel discussion about diversity in the tango community in Washington, DC, and beyond. It addressed both the opportunities and challenges of creating inclusive spaces through Queer Tango, in which dancers are free to choose nontraditional roles.
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.
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!
Read MorePhoto: 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.
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreTango 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.
Read MoreTango 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.
Read MoreTango 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.
Read MoreWe are seeking an energetic, responsible intern to join our growing organization. In this position, you will learn the ins and outs of running an arts-education nonprofit organization.
The ideal intern has a passion for the arts and dance, appreciates the value of community building, is attentive to detail and is willing to take initiative to help make the organization stronger.
Read MoreOur 2020 Year In Review is here!
Please consider providing feedback to help us develop future programs. Click on “Start Survey” at the end of the Year in Review document to complete a 2-minute survey.
Read MoreTo help keep our community safe, Tango Mercurio suspended all our in-person activities after the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic due to COVID-19. Instead, we offered a free weekly Online Seminar Program with internationally renowned presenters, along with local speakers competitively selected based on our call for proposals.
Read MorePractica at La Cosecha (Union Market)
Grand opening attracts capacity crowd for our new monthly practice and tango taster lesson.
Read MoreSeven storytellers shared their curated stories about tango—some heartbreaking, others hilarious, but all true and very personal.
Read MoreTango Mercurio held its first Queer Tango Corporate workshop at 2U, a technology company.
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