Ilias Selalmazidis
Ilias Selalmazidis from Greece! Let him speak for himself 😉“As far as I remember myself, I danced from my earlies (traditional and folklore dances), and as my mother used to say …
Lisbon is an edge of western world, place where city meets ocean – where civilization meets wild nature, place where all the adventures and discoveries started. Exactly this place we chose for new big adventure called Lisbon Tango Marathon. We are waiting for our explorers who are ready to invest their energy and joy, share their warmth and love to open new horizons. Maybe we are waiting… for you?
We could not choose a better place to blend the tango with the Portuguese culture. The Mercado da Ribeira is one of the symbols of the city of Lisbon, inextricably linked to the history of Portuguese seafarers and sailors who used to bring here the news from all over the world, corners of which they were exploring.
The market has always had a ballroom on the first floor. For many years, it was used for Sunday dancing parties that were known by the lisboetas as “the balera of the elderlies”.
In 2014 Mercado was completely renovated and quickly became a must-visit destination for any food lover in Lisbon. There are dozens of vendors offering a range of cuisines, from traditional Portuguese fare to international foods, large prepared meals, small bites and sweets, cheeses, charcuteries or wine to go. There is something for everyone, and it’s all in one place. You will find this impressive offer of restaurants and bars opened from 10:00 to 02:00.
The “elderlies’ ballroom” has also been renovated and transformed into a concert hall with a modern sound and lighting system spread over an area of almost 500 square meters. Here we will put more than 250 square meters of wooden floor with a special cushioning system that will help to protect the dancers’ feet.
The hall is easily accessible from the main entrance of the market
8:30 – 16:30 | LTM Wine Tour |
22:00 – 02:00 | Pre-Party Milonga, Dj MARC HUSSNER (Portugal) (Entrance 10€ – Venue will be announced soon) |
17:00 | Registration starts |
18:00 | Welcome drink |
19:00 – 00:00 | DJ. MARCIN BLAZEJEWSKI (POLAND) |
00:00 – 05:00 | DJ DIEGO DOIGNEAU (ARGENTINA) |
12:30 – 14:30 | Lunch by AG Tango Chef |
14:30 – 20:30 | DJ ALPER AKGUL (TURKYE) |
20:30 – 23:00 | Dinner Time – Music stops |
23:00 – 05:00 | DJ CARLOS CABRAL (PORTUGAL) |
12:30 – 14:30 | Lunch by AG Tango Chef |
14:30 – 20:30 | DJ MAX STASI (ITALY) |
20:00 | Marathon end… time for dinner! |
23:00 – 04:00 | After-Party Milonga – DJ ILIAS SELALMAZIDIS (GREECE)
(Free for marathoners – Entrance for no LTM participants 10€ – At the same marathon venue) |
16:00 – 20:00 | LTM Boat Tour – more information soon |
Here are some magic moments from Lisbon!
How come these five – from Russia, France, Italy, Slovenia and Portugal – gathered together to create one project?
We have different reasons.
However, we will be there, in the capital of Portugal, country of navigators and discoverers, sailing in the endless sea of tango only because you are following us!
I'm Russian living in Russia. How did I end with organizing LTM?
... I've been to Lisbon long time ago, in starving student times. Mostly my memories look like: the Castle - mc'donalds - Tejo - oceanarium - mc'donalds - the Elevador - Rossio - guess what. So the only answer i have is: i want to try how is mc'donalds in Lisbon! And invented a very complicated reason to visit it. The fact that Augusto, our team-creator, is a chef... Nothing else but coincidence ;) Or good example of universe's sense of humor.
And the most true answer is "why not". I'm a dancer, writer, traveller, musician, people-lover (or human researcher?) - so organizing an international tango event, creating reasons for friends to meet, a chance to know new, to have fun, making magic from zero is a best solution which fits both skills and nature. So, "why not" indeed ;)
I'm happy i'm doing it and hope you'll love the result!
My passion for tango music and dance started less than 10 years ago when I decided to try something new in my life. I chose tango and never had a chance to regret about it. My enthusiasm of a novice dancer made me quickly overcome the difficulties in learning, took me to dance and soon I knew main tango events in Europe. During the years of traveling to dance I met many people who organize events, I began to feel the desire, and maybe even a little need to use my experience as an organizer of events related to catering. I wanted to make parties where I can be delighted with the music I love, where I can see the friends with whom I like to dance. Finally, 4 years ago we (with other people) managed to organize my first and only edition of marathon in Lisbon, which for me was a unique experience. Now, after I had an opportunity to work for many tango events around Europe, the time has come to invite friends I found in tango to Lisbon, to the city where I spent the last twenty years of my life.
The dream is about to become reality. And I hope you do believe in me and in people who joined me in this adventure because we are working together to give you something amazing that will make you come back again and again for many years to Lisbon Tango Marathon.
The first class i did was in 2014, it quickly became an addiction and a way of life. After 4 years, like my children, family, friends and work, tango is now also part of my life and I really don't know how I’ve lived without it for so long :)
Tango allowed me to meet people with whom I made true friendships that I wouldn't otherwise have made, and keeps giving me moments of unique alignment and intensity. When I was challenged to be a part of organizing this event, the response was immediate "of course".
I lived in Porto most of my life, there I started learning Tango - and like most of us, dancers, can say, it has been a blast. The passion for the rhythms and history kept me hooked to this dance and culture.
One of my first Tango trips was to Lisbon, a city I thought I knew well, that’s when I found that tango brings a different color to every city you visit. Lisbon is no exception to this, then you add wonderful people, good food, captivating views and Fado, a perfect mix.
Lisbon Tango Marathon brings it all together with a passionate team of friends, we will make the most memorable event in an unforgettable place, I wouldn’t miss it for anything.
I love this tango passion that make us travel so far away, I love marathons and their people, helpers, dancers. I love the long preparations and the attention to details. Heart is everything.
This first LTM is a new experience with new people, new opportunities and new constraints. I love to make everything work smoothly, from computer systems to well-being of people, so that everyone can express him/herself dancing, interacting, smiling in a caring and exciting atmosphere.
...did I say that heart is everything ?Please meet our wonderfull DJs…
Ilias Selalmazidis from Greece! Let him speak for himself 😉“As far as I remember myself, I danced from my earlies (traditional and folklore dances), and as my mother used to say …
Diego Doigneau from Argentina and UK! Born in Argentina, studied Music and Theatre both in Buenos Aires and London. For 9 years Diego has been the resident DJ at Negracha …
Marcin Blazejewski from Poland! 🥳 Marcin is known as a DJ who makes amazing atmosphere at milongas, sharing his energy and temperament with the other dancers. He’s keen on traditional music …
Carlos Cabral, representative of Portugal! His passion for dance comes from the rhythm of the waves of his Atlantic Ocean, which also has strongly influenced his music Carlos gets his inspiration …
Alper Akgul from Turkey! Alper is a professional concert pianist and musician. He is DJing regularly in various milongas in Turkey, and well known DJ in festivals and marathons around …
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