The International Club of DC along with Bruce McBarnette and the Ivy Social Club cordially requests the pleasure of your company for a very special evening Argentine tango lessons and dancing.
Join us on your own or with friends to enjoy an evening of champagne and Argentine Tango dancing with lessons at the Gallery at the Ven at Embassy Row, in the heart of DuPont Circle. Experience the Tango, one of the most passionate dances that brings to life the romance of 1930s Buenos Aires as you make new friends. A dance partner or prior dance experience are not needed to attend.
Dance lesson tickets also includes a complimentary glass of champagne* with additional drinks available for purchase at the bar.
You are welcome to attend on your own or with friends. We’ll have you dancing the Argentine Tango as it is danced in Buenos Aires, even if you have never danced before! The Argentine Tango is known around the world for its romance and bold flair and this is your rare opportunity to learn the Argentine tango from an expert instructor as you meet ICDC members in a friendly and relaxed setting.
Ivy Social Club members from the following universities may be attending, Princeton, Yale, Harvard, MIT, Columbia, Dartmouth, Cornell, Brown, University of Pennsylvania, Wellesley, Stanford, Smith, NYU, Johns Hopkins, Vassar, and Northwestern."
During the lesson you will learn the proper Argentinean Tango embrace, as we may delve into the Caminata, Salida, Baldosa, and Resolution -- elements of the dance. After the lesson, enjoy an elegant tango performance high in color and elegance, commemorating the glamorous years of 1930s Argentina that will transport you to a magical tango soiree in Buenos Aires to practice your newly learned tango skills.
After the lesson, dance the evening away with a practice tango dance party at one of DuPont Circle's most fashionable venues, as you meet and socialize with other friendly ICDC members.
Space is limited and we expect this event to sell out well in advance, so please make your reservations early. Event details are subject to change. All online ticket sales are final and we are unable to offer refunds on any ticket purchases.
## Support Charlie's Place, a homeless service organization
A portion of the proceeds of this event will benefit Charlie's Place, a homeless service organization.
## Attend on Your own or with Friends
You are welcome to attend on your own and new members are especially welcome! The event presents a wonderful opportunity to meet, network and socialize with other internationally minded professionals in town. If you are new to our organization or Washington DC this is a great opportunity to meet other like minded professionals in a friendly and relaxed setting.
We thank Bruce McBarnette and the Ivy Social Club for their support. To receive invitations for future events organized by Bruce McBarnette or the Ivy Social Club, contact Bruce McBarnette and Winnie Chuus at brucemcbarnette@gmail.com and wchuus@gmail.com or (703) 404 8429.
* The sparkling white wine/champagne served is expected to be Cava or Prosecco.
Date & Time
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Venue Details
Ven at Embassy Row
2015 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest Washington, District of Columbia 20036
International Club of DC Inc.
We are Washington’s premier organization for internationally-minded professionals who enjoy international cultural experiences. In partnership with over 80 embassies, along with museums and other cultural organizations in Washington DC, we present a variety of private cultural and networking events for our membership in the DC area. Our events are presented with the goal of helping members share cultural experiences and meet likeminded individuals. We warmly invite you to join us as we venture out to discover your city and your world!