A few years back when I met the woman who is now my fiancé, I learned that she was a phenomenal tango dancer among other phenomenal things, and I became intrigued. She introduced me to tango, but also special variation on it — queer tango, which has a whole global community and culture of its own.
It serves as a powerful metaphor for understanding power dynamics within relationships and society as a whole. Unlike traditional tango, which often adheres to rigid roles of leader and follower, queer tango allows for fluidity, inviting dancers to step into both roles. This challenges conventional power structures and creates a space where connection is based on mutual respect, communication, and adaptability rather than dominance and submission. By exploring both leading and following, dancers gain a profound understanding of the balance required to create harmony, whether on the dance floor or in personal and professional relationships. It becomes evident that true connection arises not from imposing one's will, but from listening, responding, and co-creating a shared experience.
Today I talk with two professional queer tango dancers, a duo known as Las Sacadas, and it's a conversation I know you'll love. I'm excited to share it.
[Photos by Nicole Roberts (@nicolerobertsart)]
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