Siempre Tango Ottawa holds a monthly milonga, on the first or second Saturday of the month.
Saturday, June 14
Siempre Tango Ottawa is honoured to welcome director and animator Véronique Paquette and her internationally acclaimed short animation LOCA — a poetic and powerful spotlight on the tango connection — that has captivated audiences at animation festivals around the world.
Meet us at the intersection of film and dance, and come along for this beautiful exploration of tango, art, and human connection!
PROGRAMMING
5:00 – 6:15 PM
Screening + Panel Discussion + Q&A
We’ll watch LOCA together! Then using LOCA as a springboard, our panel will dive into the rich world of the tango connection. Véronique will be joined by Pooya Rowghanian and Isabelle Oppenheim, each offering their unique perspectives on this deeply human experience. The conversation will be moderated by Jacques Hamel.
Following the panel, there will be a chance to ask questions and join in the conversation.
6:30 – 7:45 PM
Workshop: Explore Elements of the Tango Connection (For ALL Levels)
Let’s move beyond conversation about the tango connection and into embodied experience. In this hands-on workshop, Pooya and Isabelle will guide participants through exercises designed to deepen connection between partners. Explore the subtle art of connecting through a listening touch, and heightened sensitivity — both with yourself and your partner.
8:00 PM – Midnight
Milonga La Capital, with tandas by our friend DJ Pooya
VENUE
We are happy to host La Capital at the Westboro Masonic Hall at 430 Churchill Avenue North.
PARKING
There is plenty of free parking a short distance from the venue. Please check out our venue guide for more information.
FOOD and DRINK
Light snacks will be provided. The bar (taking debit/credit/interac) will be open, offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
PRICING for May 10
$35 for the screening/discussion + tango workshop + milonga
$25 for just the screening + tango workshop
$20 for the milonga only
That being said, I will also not turn anyone away because they cannot afford it. There are volunteer opportunities available in exchange for free entrace. Please email info@siempretango.ca!
HEALTH AND SAFETY
If you are not feeling well, please stay home!
We do have masks and hand sanitizer on hand should you need them.
Please read our code of conduct for all events.
2025 Milongas La Capital
- January 11: Tomás Howlin, DJ Bruno
- February 1: Contact Improv/Tango Fusion Workshops, DJ Cristina
- March 8: Paloma Berrios and Maximiliano Alvorado, DJ Jewel
- April 12: Marjolayne Auger and Francis “Pancho” Cloutier (Workshop and DJ)
- May 10: DJ Alexis, “End-of-semester” Celebration
- June 14: LOCA Screening and Panel with Véronique Paquette, Connection workshop with Isabelle and Pooya, DJ Pooya
- July 12: Special Guest Luis Lopez, DJ Burak
- August 9
- September 13
- October 11
- November 8
- December 13
