In this workshop, we will use the style of Argentine tango as the main focus for exchange. In the dance style of Argentine tango, female dancers must center their weight on their male partners, who lead the spatial direction. This dynamic of dependency and movement reflects traditional gender roles in Taiwanese society. Choreographer Huang Huai-Te intentionally allows female Argentine tango dancers to return to their own center and dance solo, suggesting that women in Taiwan have gradually gained autonomy amid social changes. Beyond exchanging movement and body knowledge, this workshop aims to be an exchange session in perspectives on gender roles within and its development in each participants’ cultural background.
This workshop is open for PUBLIC, with the following requirements:
– Ages 15 and above.
– Bring your own high-heeled shoes.
Retno Sulistyorini
Retno Sulistyorini began learning dance at the age of 15 at the Indonesian Karawitan High School (SMKI) Surakarta, and continued to study dance at the Indonesian Art Institute (ISI) Surakarta. As a dance artist, Retno was awarded the Empowering Women Artist by the Kelola Foundation (2010-2011). Apart from creating her own works, she also actively collaborates with other choreographers, directors and artists.
Retno Sulistyorini
Retno Sulistyorini began learning dance at the age of 15 at the Indonesian Karawitan High School (SMKI) Surakarta, and continued to study dance at the Indonesian Art Institute (ISI) Surakarta. As a dance artist, Retno was awarded the Empowering Women Artist by the Kelola Foundation (2010-2011). Apart from creating her own works, she also actively collaborates with other choreographers, directors and artists.