The term tango is associated with a particular kind music and associated dance form that originated in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina and in Uruguay in the 1850s. Now tango is danced indifferent styles. That includes Argentine Tango, Uruguayan Tango, Ballroom tango (which is again of two styles - American and International), Finnish tango as well as vintage tangos. What is considered as authentic tango is the closest to the original dance form that was danced in Argentina and Uruguay.



In the early twentieth century, Argentina was one of the richest countries in the world. Wealthy Argentinean families used to send sons abroad for higher education. The dance of Tango was exported to other countries along with them. In Europe, a couple first organized a tango show in Paris in 1909. The tango became highly popular in Paris in the year 1912. From Paris, this dance form spread to other parts of the world and became very popular. It ultimately reached the United States in 1911. With the Great Depression the popularity of tango declined. In Argentina, this dance form was revived under the government of Juan Per'n. In Europe, tango again started to become popular with the opening of tango show in Paris in 1983 by Claudio Segovia and Hector Orezzoli. The was called Tango Argentino. This tango show made tango popular world over and people started taking lessons in tango dancing in large numbers. Because of this popularity, a large number of tango classes London were started.

People visiting Argentina do not miss to see a tango show in Buenos Aires. Many of the city's best dancers take in these tango shows. Each of these tango shows has their particular dance style of tango. A great tango show leaves one stirred in the heart and body, which is a true evidence of the power of one of the most complicated couple's dance in the world.

One such tango show in Buenos Aires is named Senor Tango. The name of the show might appear to be funny, but it is one of most tango shows of Buenos Aires. The theatre where this tango show is held is quite large and could seat 1500 people. The theatre itself is quite impressive. The show is a demonstration of both the music and dance that developed together. But, the show is quite costly. It costs around $25 for the show and $75 for dinner that is served during the show.