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more. The performers dress in top-notch costumes and use interesting props, like drapes
and moving walls. They also dance to modern tunes such as those by local band Ba-
jofondo, and despite a nightclub feel at times - especially due to the lighting - it's all very
tastefully and creatively done.
The stage is well set up (the musicians are on a different level, out of the way but well
in sight) and everyone gets a good view. If you can't afford Rojo Tango (
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,
come here; it's choreographed by the same folks and offers some sexy elements.
TANGO PORTEÑO
( 4124-9400;
www.tangoporteno.com.ar
; Cerrito 570; show US$80, show & dinner from US$127)
One
of the city's best shows takes place in this renovated art deco t heater. Snippets of old
footage are interspersed with plenty of athletic (and at times sensual) dancing. There's an
interesting blindfold number, the orchestra is excellent and Juan Carlos Copes - a famous
Argentine dancer in his time - makes a rug-cutting cameo if he's in good health.
It's right in the center near Teatro Colón. Complimentary tango class offered before-
hand.
TANGO SHOW
ÁVILA BAR
( 4383-6974; Av de Mayo 1384; Thu-Sat)
Offering flamenco for many years now is this
cozy little Spanish restaurant with good traditional food. Main dishes can include rabbit,
paella and seafood stews. Shows have older, experienced dancers and cost AR$220
(drinks not included). They start around 10:30pm and reservations are a must on week-
ends.
FLAMENCO
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FLAMENCO
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( 4381-6965;
www.cantarestablao.com.ar
;
Av Rivadavia 1180; show $AR90; shows 9pm Fri & Sat)
This flamenco venue, in the old Taberna Español, once hosted the Spanish poet Federico
García Lorca. It's a small basement space with only 85 seats, providing a wonderfully in-
timate place for the highly authentic dances. An à la carte dinner is on offer; reserve in ad-
vance. Flamenco classes also available.
