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Malbec in the City, 2026

Malbec in the City

Portland, OR - April 19, 2026

Organizer: Malbec in the City

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An afternoon of tango

If you enjoy wine, live tango music, and dancing, this is an event you won’t want to miss. This first-ever Malbec-focused event in the United States is happening right here in Portland.

Treat yourself to an unforgettable afternoon featuring live tango music by Andrew Oliver, Megan Yvonne, and Alex Krebs, along with captivating dance performances by Rebecca Rorick-Smith and Alex Krebs.

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Malbec in the City, Portland Oregon Wine Tasting

For more info: info@malbecinthecity.com

Discount code for general admission ticket for tango dancers:
Tango2026

Location

 

Castaway Portland 

1900 NW 18th Ave,

Portland, OR 97209

Martin Almiron
Tango weekend

Martin Almiron
with Jennifer Jaymes

Tango Workshops

Portland, OR - June 25-28, 2026

Organizer: Rachel Lidskog-Lim .

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Save the date:

June 25-28, 2026

Stay tuned for more details.

Check the schedule of workshops:

https://dancewithjoystudios.com/

Martin Almiron – Bio

Martin Almiron is an internationally acclaimed Argentine tango artist, celebrated for his dynamic interpretations of composers such as Astor Piazzolla, Juan d’Arienzo, and Osvaldo Pugliese. His artistry bridges tradition and innovation, creating performances that deeply connect audiences to tango’s past, present, and future.

Over several decades, Martin Almiron has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages and has worked internationally as a choreographer, producer, and director. His recent credits include serving as Dance Captain for Broadway’s sold-out production of Evita by Andrew Lloyd Webber and choreographing for Madonna’s Madame X tour.

A graduate of the National University of the Arts in Buenos Aires, with diplomas in tango, folkloric dance, and teaching, Martin is also a dedicated educator. He is the founder of Martin Almiron Tango, where students from beginner to professional level study tango fundamentals and artistry under the guidance of a five-time World Tango Championship finalist in both Salon and Stage Tango.

Martin Almiron has appeared at renowned venues worldwide, including Broadway and major theaters in New York, Washington D.C., Paris, Buenos Aires, and across Latin America.

More info: https://www.martinalmirontango.com/en

Martin’s Teaching philosophy 

Martin Almiron’s group classes offer a structured yet inspiring learning environment where dancers of all levels can grow with confidence. His teaching is based on clear fundamentals, musical understanding, and personalized guidance within the group setting.

Classes focus on building strong technique, connection, and musicality, while encouraging creativity and individual expression. Through precise demonstrations and thoughtful feedback, Martin helps each dancer refine movement, deepen partner connection, and develop a more authentic tango style.

From foundational skills for beginners to refined technique and musical interpretation for intermediate and advanced dancers, Martin’s classes are designed to support steady progress and a deeper experience of tango as both a social and artistic dance.

Accompanied by

Jennifer Jaymes

 

Jennifer Jaymes began dancing at the age of three, with training in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and ballroom. In 2014, she fell deeply in love with Argentine tango and has since dedicated herself fully to the dance, embracing both its technical precision and rich social tradition.

Jennifer began assistant teaching at Backstreet Tango in 2016, studying for five years under the apprenticeship of Luis Perez (Tacoma, WA). She has continued her education with renowned tango artists from around the world, including teachers from Argentina, Brazil, the United States, and Europe, and regularly trains with Brazilian maestro Lucas Fernandes De Goes Vieira, Alejandro Beron, Kelly Lettieri, and Yael Fontanella.

Known for her thoughtful, detail-oriented approach, Jennifer brings clarity, musical sensitivity, and warmth to her teaching. She currently lives in Olympia, Washington, and balances her tango life with a background in clinical social work, along with a love for hiking, gardening, design, and wine.

Maxi and Paloma
Portland Tango weekend

Maxi & Paloma
Tango Weekend

Portland, OR - December 4-8, 2025

Organizer: Dance with Joy Studios

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Paloma Berrios & Maximiliano Alvarado are internationally acclaimed dancers from Santiago, Chile, with more than 28 years of experience together. Trained in Buenos Aires by renowned tango masters, they bring authentic Argentine Tango to stages and studios worldwide.

More info and schedule of classes:

 https://dancewithjoystudios.com/palomamaxi2025

To pre-register for workshops or schedule a private lesson with Cecilia, send an email to: support@dancewithjoystudios.com  or call 503-236-8160

More info: www.dancewithjoystudios.com

  • Location: Dance with Joy Studios  8051 SE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97202

Maxi’s and Paloma’s international career includes top prizes at world competitions, performances at iconic milongas, and teaching tours throughout South & North America and Europe. Based in Miami, they are featured instructors at major festivals including Valentango, Tucson Tango Festival, Tango on the Rocks, ATUSA, and many more.

Celebrated for their close-embrace salon style, musicality, and joyful teaching, Paloma & Maximiliano bring authenticity and inspiration to every class and performance.

On December 6–7, Paloma & Maximiliano will be in Portland, Oregon, offering a special series of Argentine Tango workshops.

Maxi & Paloma

From CHILE

Paloma Berrios and Maximiliano Alvarado, originally from Santiago, Chile, have danced together for more than 28 years. From a young age, they inherited their passion for Argentine Tango from their families and immersed themselves deeply in the art form. Their training took place both in Chile and Buenos Aires, studying with renowned Argentine masters such as Carlos and Rosa Perez, Eduardo Pareja, Fernando Galera, Romina Levin, Silvia Toscano, Fabián Peralta & Josefina Bermudez, and Los Totis, among many others. Through this lineage, they carry the authentic knowledge, culture, and spirit of Argentine Tango.

Their talent has been recognized on international stages:
• 2nd Place – 2007 World Tango Championship, Buenos Aires
• 1st Place – 2008 TAFISA Trex Games, South Korea

They are proud members of AMBCTA — the Association of Masters, Dancers, and Choreographers of Argentine Tango in Buenos Aires.

Performers & Teachers

As performers, Paloma and Maximiliano are known for their dynamic energy, precision, and irresistible charm on stage. As teachers, they specialize in salon tango, emphasizing a close, comfortable embrace while encouraging elasticity, fluidity, and authentic connection in the dance.

They have performed in many of Argentina’s most iconic and traditional milongas, including Milonga del Moran, Cachirulo, Parakultural, Seguime si Podes, La Baldosa, Yira Yira, and Si Tango.

International Presence

Now based in Miami, Florida, they continue to share their love of tango across South and North America and throughout Europe. Their performances and workshops have taken place in countless casinos, convention centers, hotels, and television programs.

They have been invited to teach and perform at many of the most prestigious tango festivals in the United States and Mexico, including:

  • Valentango (Portland, OR)

  • Tucson Tango Festival (AZ)

  • Tango on the Rocks (Denver, CO)

  • Pittsburgh Tango Festival (PA)

  • Windy City Tango Fest (IL)

  • ATUSA (San Jose, CA)

  • Albuquerque Tango Festival (NM)

  • San Diego Tango Fest (CA)

  • NOLA Tango Fest (LA)

  • Burning Tango (CA)

  • Miami Sunshine Tango Fest (FL)

  • Las Vegas Tango Festival (NV)

  • Bajío Tango (León, Mexico)

  • San Miguel de Allende Tango Festival (Mexico)

  • Puerto Vallarta Tango Festival (Mexico)

In 2022, they completed a three-month tour across the United States with the Tango Argentina Company, reaching thousands of new tango enthusiasts.

Mission

Paloma and Maximiliano are dedicated to promoting Argentine Tango and its cultural heritage around the world. Their approach blends joy, connection, and authenticity—inviting dancers of all levels to experience one of the most passionate dances in the world.

Location

 

Dance with Joy Studios

8051 SE 16th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Veronika Kruta
Tango Workshops

Tango Workshops with
Veronika Kruta

Portland, OR - Oct 31-Nov 3, 2025

Organizer: Alex Krebs

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For the workshops schedule and more information visit www.tangoberretin.com/workshops-with-veronika

To register, schedule a private lesson, or for more information please email Alex Krebs at tangoberretin@gmail.com

Check the schedule of classes here

Veronika has studied with many world-renown instructors, explored a variety of styles from salon, milonguero, and nuevo, and is fluid in both the roles of follower and leader as well as different modes of embrace including close, open and everything in between.

She currently lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina where she hosts yoga and tango retreats several times a year, and travels to teach workshops abroad.

About Veronika Kruta

Veronika has been dancing tango since 2005 and teaching since 2011. Known for her clear, effective and encouraging style, she brings a charismatic presence to the classroom. With a background in yoga, fine art, and life coaching, Veronika’s teaching is rooted in a deep understanding of anatomy, body mechanics, creativity and personal growth. She is passionate about strong fundamentals, believing they empower students to dance with confidence, authenticity, and expressive freedom.

Location

 

Tango Berretin

6305 SE Foster Rd.
Portland, OR 97206

Brian & Elizabeth Nguyen
Portland Tango weekend

Brian & Elizabeth Nguyen
Tango Weekend

Portland, OR - August 10-19, 2025

Organizer: Dance with Joy Studios

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More info and schedule of classes:

 https://dancewithjoystudios.com/workshops-events

To pre-register for workshops or schedule a private lesson with Cecilia, send an email to: support@dancewithjoystudios.com  or call (503) 704- 5617 8160

More info: www.dancewithjoystudios.com

  • Location: Dance with Joy Studios  8051 SE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97202

Brian & Elizabeth Nguyen

From Los Angeles, CA

 Well respected by the tango community in Buenos Aires, Cecilia is an exceptional dancer who has worked with the most renowned Argentine dancers of her generation since 1995. She combines strong movements with wise softness getting, without effort, the most powerful synthesis.

The technical precision, fluidity of her movements and notable capacity of improvisation characterize her dance.

Cecilia shares her extensive knowledge and passion with her students. She is a very appreciated and requested tango teacher and has been continually invited to give workshops and participate in festivals around the world. Since its inception in 1999, she has been a member of the teaching faculty of the Argentine International Tango Congress (C.I.T.A) held annually in Buenos Aires.

Location

 

Dance with Joy Studios

8051 SE 16th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Special Thursday Norse Hall Milonga – Benefit Blanchet House

Special Thursday Milonga
at Norse Hall

Benefit Milonga
all profits donated to Blanchet House

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Organizers: Jerry Wallach

SCHEDULE:

WHEN: Thursday, April 2, 2026

WHERE: Norse Hall,  111 NE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97232

TIME:

  • 7:30-8:30 pm Pre-Milonga Lesson with Adam Cornett & Marina Godinez!
  • 8:30 pm-Midnight Milonga – DJ: Jerry Wallach
  • 8:30 pm-Midnight Full Bar

ENTRY: $20 minimum suggested donation at the door.

ALL REVENUE WILL BE DONATED TO

THIS EVENTS IS 100% VOLUNTEER RUN.

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone’s shiny shoes on May 24, 2024

HUGS, Jerry Wallach
jerry.wallach@gmail.com

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DJ: Great Jerry Wallach

 

Location

 Norse Hall

111 NE 11th Ave.
Portland, OR 97232

Tango Workshops with
Sofia Saborido & Alex Krebs

Tango Workshops with
Sofia Saborido & Alex Krebs

Portland, OR
April 11-13, 2025

Organizer: Alex Krebs

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For the workshops schedule and more information visit https://www.tangoberretin.com/sofiaalex

To register, schedule a private lesson, or for more information please email Alex Krebs at tangoberretin@gmail.com

Sofia will be teaching together with our great Alex Krebs.

A great duo for a great tango learning experience. Don’t miss the opportunity!

About Sofia

A delicate yet intense dancer, Sofía brings a rich background in theater, ballet, modern, and jazz dance to her tango. Her deep musicality and refined movement quality stem from a sensitive and profound connection.

Tango runs in her veins—she is the great-granddaughter of Enrique Saborido, the legendary dancer, musician, and composer of tangos such as La Morocha and Felicia. In 2006, she earned fourth place in the Buenos Aires Tango Championship, marking the beginning of her international career. Since then, she has dedicated herself to teaching and performing, primarily in Europe, but also across the United States, Australia, and Asia.

Saturday, March 1st

  • noon-1:30pm (all levels): The art of the walking embrace
  • 1:45-3:15pm (intermediate and above): Action and Reaction, the consequences of change in tone of the embrace
  • 3:30-4:45pm (intermediate and above): The technique of the giro

Sunday, March 2nd

  • noon-1:30pm (intermediate and above): The center as principal motor of circular movements
  • 1:45-3:15pm (int. and above): Musicality, retention and technique of the pivot

For more detailed information:

https://www.tangoberretin.com/workshops-with-virginia-pandolfi

Pricing & Registration:

  • No pre-registration or partner is required.
  • Workshops cost $30/each or $130 for all 5.

 Questions: contact Alex: here

Location:

Workshops are held at TANGO Berretin, 6305 SE Foster Rd.

Location

 

Tango Berretin

6305 SE Foster Rd.
Portland, OR 97206

Monday milonga-Special Edition

Monday Milonga

Special night!
February 24, 2025
Live music with CIAOFELICIA
DJ: Emily Pierce
Dancing: 8:00 pm - 12:00 am

Organizer: Elizabeth Anel

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Monday Milonga

Special event

Live music with CIAO FELICIA

February 24, 2025

Come and join us for a special tango night with the lovely band CIAO FELICIA.

Special Monday Milonga

WHEN:

  • CIAO FELICIA band
  • 8:00 pm – 12:00 am Milonga – DJ: Emily Pierce

WHERE:

Norse Hall, Main Ballroom

ENTRANCE:

  • $ 30

HOSTESS:

Elizabeth Anel

 

Location

 

Norse Hall

Main Ballroom

111 NE 11th Avenue
Portland, OR 97232

Special Film Premiere:
I Had the Heart
Directed by Oliver Kolker

I Had the Heart
by Oliver Kolker

Portland OR Film Premiere

Sunday April 27, 2025

 

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STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO

Organizer: Luisa Zini Fortuna (PTA)

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Presented at the Miami Jewish Film Festival

January 15-19- 2025

Oliver will also teach workshops on

Saturday April 26, 2025 @ Berretin

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Oliver Kolker – Bio

Oliver Kolker is a multifaceted artist with a background in business, tango, film, and music. He is an accomplished tango dancer, screenwriter, film producer, director, and actor.

Born in New York City and raised in Argentina, Oliver discovered tango 26 years ago and has been a professional dancer for 20 years. He has performed and taught at some of the world’s most prestigious tango festivals and communities across Russia, the United States, France, Italy, Turkey, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Ukraine, and China.

Since 2006, he has visited the Portland Tango community more than ten times, partnering with Luna Palacios and Silvina Valz.

As a music producer, he created three albums in collaboration with Maestro Lisandro Adrover:

  • Bandoneón Soliloquy
    – Kol Nidrei
    – Live Tango Concert at Temple Libertad

He is also the creator and producer of Pelando Variación, one of the most demanding tango competitions in the world, which has expanded to the United States, China, and Greece.

Oliver entered the film industry 15 years ago, co-writing, co-directing, and producing the acclaimed tango film Fermín, starring Héctor Alterio and Gastón Pauls. He has collaborated on the script for Viaje Inesperado (dir. Juan José Jusid) and produced several feature films, including:
– Contrasangre
– La Valija de Benavidez
– You Only Live Once
– Unexpected Journey
– Rumbo al Mar
– Búfalo
– I Had the Heart

Oliver’s latest tango film, I Had the Heart, was released theatrically in 2024 to critical acclaim.

Event Schedule:

  • 5:30- 7:00 pm Movie Premiere – I had the Heart
  • 7:00 – 7:30 pm QA with actor/director/tango dancer Oliver Kolker
  • 7:30 – 8:30 pm Dinner and drinks available for purchase At the Loft.
  • 8:30 – 11:30 pm Milonga –
    • DJ: Jerry Wallach
    • Live music: CiaoFelicia!

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Event location:
@ The Loft at 8th Avenue
2010 SE 8th Ave,
Portland, OR 97214

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EVENT Pricing:

Online:

  • 📽 Film Premiere only $12
  • Milonga only $18
  • Film Premiere & milonga $29

@ the door:

  • 📽 Film Premiere $15
  • Milonga $20
  • Film Premiere & milonga $35

Food and drinks will be available for purchase onsite, see menu below.

Stay tuned for more Details

Food and drinks, provided by Vibrant Table, will be available for purchase following the film premiere, as well as before and after the milonga.

 

Menu

 Snacks

Humita Empanada
Creamy Corn, Caramelized Onions, Zapallitos, Chilies, Chimichurri Rojo – Vegan (2 per order) Price: $8.00

Pollo Empanada
Braised Chicken, Tomato, Green Olives, Sweet Peppers, Chimichurri Rojo (2 per order) Price: $9.00

Yucca Fries
Argentinian Fry Sauce gluten free, vegan Price: $5.00

Plates

Churrasco Beef
Fire Seared Bavette Steak, Papas Fritas, Chimichurri
gluten free. Chef carved to order served with herb garlic frits Price: $21.00

Picada Chica
Serrano Ham Carved to Order, Iberico Chorizo, Coppa Salami, Manchego and Mahon Cheese, Marinated Olives, Marcona Almonds, Dried Fruit gluten free, serves one Price: $15.00

Picada Grande
Serrano Ham Carved to Order, Iberico Chorizo, Coppa Salami, Manchego and Mahon Cheese, Marinated Olives, Marcona Almonds, Dried Fruit gluten free, serves four Price: $56.00

Location

 

The Loft at 8th Avenue

2010 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214