Seattle Nuevo Tango Experience, June 26-30, 2025
Seattle Tango Nuevo Experience
June 26–30 at Om Culture
Hosted by Eduardo Saucedo & Michelle Badion
https://michellebadion.com/
Updates and Event details on FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/852884203647140
We are thrilled to present a fabulous and first-of-its-kind weekend in Seattle — the Seattle Tango Nuevo Experience!
This unforgettable weekend is dedicated to Tango Nuevo — a modern, expressive, and improvisational evolution of Argentine Tango. All classes are designed for experienced dancers, but it’s fine if you’re new to Tango Nuevo.
Weekend Schedule
Thursday, June 26 — Michelonga BBQ & Meet-and-Greet
At Michelle’s house
7:00–10:00 PM
A casual and fun way to kick off the weekend with food, dancing, and new friends.
Friday, June 27 — Dance Cruise on Lake Union
Departs from Chinook’s at Salmon Bay (Magnolia)
6:00–9:00 PM — $70 (includes wine & snacks)
An evening of tango on the water, with a floating milonga and optional dockside dancing after!
Saturday, June 28 — Workshops at Om Culture (2210 N. Pacific St)
10:00–10:30 AM — Stretch & warm-up with Michael
10:30–12:00 PM — Workshop 1
12:00–1:00 PM — Lunch break
1:00–2:30 PM — Workshop 2
Saturday Night — The Grand Bohemian Ball
At Om Culture
8:00 PM–Midnight
An elegant and enchanting evening DJ’d by Eduardo Saucedo. Includes a Champagne & Dessert Bar, light snacks, surprises, and plenty of dancing.
Dress to impress! Step into the world of Boho Tango.
Event details and updates are on FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1763850157515785
Sunday, June 29 — Workshops & Guerrilla Dance
At Om Culture
11:30–1:00 PM — Workshop 3
1:00–2:30 PM — Picnic lunch + guerrilla tango at Gasworks Park
2:30–4:00 PM — Workshop 4
4:00–4:30 PM — Foot care session with Michael
Sunday Night — Fantastic Fusion Dance
At Om Culture
7:00–7:30 PM — Free icebreaker lesson
7:30–10:00 PM — Alternative music with DJ Michelle Badion
Monday, June 30 — After-Party at Fremont Practica Puntazo!
DJ Blair spins a special 50/50 playlist for a final night of fun and connection.
Pricing & Details
Full weekend pass (excluding cruise): $200 Early Bird Special
Dance Cruise: $70/person – Includes wine, snacks, and boat/dockside dancing
Need help with travel or accommodations? There are great BnB options near Om Culture — email Michelle for recommendations!
Invite your out-of-town friends for an unforgettable Seattle experience!
What Is Tango Nuevo?
Tango Nuevo is a contemporary style of Argentine Tango that embraces innovation, improvisation, and a deep exploration of movement and connection.
It features:
Dynamic embrace: Open and close embrace transitions
Playful movement: Sacadas, ganchos, volcadas, soltadas and more
Musical variety: traditional to electronic, alt, and non-tango genres Tango Vals and Milonga
Creative freedom: Emphasizes structure, technique, and personal expression and partner connection
It’s not a separate dance from traditional Argentine Tango — it’s a modern evolution of the tango we love!
Why This Weekend Matters
This is more than a dance event — it’s a celebration of music, movement, and magic in one of the most vibrant cities in the U.S. Whether you’re looking to deepen your skills or connect with creative tango lovers, the Seattle Tango Nuevo Experience will inspire and delight.
Join us — let’s make tango history together!
I feel incredibly lucky to have Eduardo Saucedo in my life and to welcome him back to teach in Seattle. I have known him personally for over 25 years, and I never pass up a chance to dance, teach, prodece or just hang out with him. His presence is grounding, his insights are deep, and his energy elevates everyone around him. I don’t want people to miss out because they don’t know enough about him so here is part of his official bio from CITA, where Eduardo has not only been a long-time instructor but also a respected judge.
EDUARDO SAUCEDO is from Buenos Aires, Argentina, a Master Teacher and Dancer of Argentine Tango (all styles), Choreographer, DJ, MC, and Producer of Tango Shows, He is internationally recognized for his love and passion for the dance. Eduardo travels the world sharing his culture and knowledge of tango, bringing his message of Love, Passion, Joy, Life with Respect and Freedom for Peace in the World.
He considers Tango to be an admirable art form that expresses body, mind, spirit and soul. His professionalism, clear communication and positive energy motivates and inspires. His teaching is creative and practical focusing on subtle details of the movement and body language. His teaching blends reason, logic, emotions and personality to create a pure and authentic tango embrace.
Eduardo has complemented his training with studies in various dance disciplines as well as theatre and acting, and is a continuing student of the Performing Arts. He has performed in theatres, appeared on radio and television and taken part in various International Tango Festivals His presence in the classroom is uplifting and deeply motivating.
For over a decade, Eduardo has been a featured artist and instructor at CITA (Congreso Internacional de Tango Argentino) in Buenos Aires. He has taught and performed at iconic Buenos Aires milongas such as Salon Canning, Almagro, and El Viejo Correo, and spent ten years teaching at the legendary La Confitería Ideal, a cherished symbol of tango’s Golden Age. Eduardo’s creative vision has brought many productions to life, including the celebrated dinner show Tango Café – Una Noche Ideal, which ran for three successful seasons. His work has also been featured in the National Geographic series “Consequencias” (2010) and the European documentary “My First Tango” (2014).
He is based in Palermo, Buenos Aires, where he directs Studio Eduardo Saucedo — a dynamic space dedicated to tango and the performing arts. As you can see, Eduardo is the real deal. But beyond all the accolades and accomplishments, what truly makes him special is the way he touches hearts. When you meet him, you’ll understand why dancers around the world not only admire him — they love him.
This year, we’re lucky to host Eduardo twice in Seattle. Each visit will include a series of fun and enriching classes, along with vibrant social events, giving students to get to know Eduardo. He doesn’t just teach steps; he shares a deeper understanding of tango that stays with you long after the music stops.
Don’t miss your chance to experience his magic. You’ll walk away not only a better dancer, but more connected to the essence of tango.
