2. NeotangoMarathon
Rheinruhr
Fr.- So 20.-22.11.2026
Der zweite Neomarathon Rheinruhr wird ein Erlebnis, eine Experience sein. Wir werden an einem wunderbaren Ort sein, der einzigartig in Deutschland ist. Das neue Pina Bausch Zentrum under construction, welches ein architektonisches Highlight aus den 70er Jahren ist. Es wird zur neuen Spielstätte des Tanztheaters Wuppertal Pina Bausch umgebaut. Pina Bausch brachte den Tango Argentino nach Wuppertal und machte die Stadt zu einer Hochburg des Tango Argentino in Deutschland. Ihre Stück „Bandoneon“ ist eine Brücke zwischen Tango und modernem Tanz.
Wir tanzen auf einem 260 qm großem Holzschwingboden, welcher die Trainingstanzfläche des Tanztheaters ist. Die Visuals unserer zwei Video Künstlerinnen werden mit einem hoch professionellen Videosystem projeziert . Dieses taucht den halbrunden Bogen des Foyers in eine Welt aus Realität und Phantasie, welche durch die beiden japanischen Gärten im Innenhof naturnah korrespondiert.
Wir tanzen 30 Stunden am Wochenende. Unsere internationalen DJs Christina Vrentzou, n.n., Ezequial Sanucci, Thanos Kassidis, werden über ein Sound System der Extraklasse Ihre Musik abspielen. Die beiden VJ Eva/ Aahuus und Zara/Wuppertal werden das Halbrund in Magie verwandeln. Es gibt keine Ausgrenzung bei uns, dennoch achtet darauf, dass Ihr Euch möglichst, als Follower und Leader anmeldet, Double Roler sollten auch Ihrer 50/50 Rolle gerecht werden. Es besteht Samstag und Sonntag die Möglichkeit bei Ezequiel Sanucci Neo Workshops zu besuchen. Der Marathon Pass von 110 Euro berechtigt zum Eintritt an allen Tagen, incl. Wasser und jeden Abend Früchte, natürlich wie immer bei mir in Bio Qualität. Auf Wunsch vieler Gäste und vieler Tänzer innen aus der Region werden wir dieses Jahr ein begrenztes Zweitagesticket Kontingent anbieten. Dieses ist ab Oktober buchbar.
Am Samstag gibt es die Möglichkeit über die Anmeldung ein Abendessen zu bestellen, welches wir, wie vergangenes Jahr an einer 25 Meter langen Tafel im Foyer essen werden. Unsere Bar bietet verschiedene Softdrinks in Bio Qualität, Biere, Bio Rot-und Weißwein, Bio Kaffee Spezialitäten, Suppe und Snacks ( z.B. Empanadas ) in Bio Qualität an. Das Foyer wird zu einem Raum der Begegnung mit Sitzmöglichkeiten, Tischen, Stehtische, Sitzsäcke. Die Anzahl der Plätze ist begrenzt.
Tanzt, tanzt, sonst seit ihr verloren
Christina Vrentzou​
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My journey into tango began with a lifelong love of music, rooted in classical piano studies and later enriched by explorations into electronic soundscapes. After more than a decade on the dance floor, I stepped behind the DJ booth with a simple intention: to create musical journeys that inspire expression, deepen connection, and fill the room with positive energy.
Blending contemporary tango, electronic beats, and alternative sounds, my sets are shaped by the energy of the moment and the dancers who bring each gathering to life. I love creating spaces where creativity flourishes, connections emerge naturally, and every dancer feels free to explore their own unique expression.
Ezequial Sanucci​
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In 2013 I started working as a traditional tango DJ and shortly after I added the neotango to my repertoire.
Since then I played at most of the prestigious international neo and tango festivals and events in Europe and Argentina as ElectroTango Festival Buenos Aires, TNT Toulouse, Tango Marathon Nantes, Phantastango, Nuevo Tango Prague, Greece Neotango Marathon, TangoRave, Tango Vibes Berlin, Tango des Lumieres Lyon, Contango Festival Freiburg and many more. I am a founding member and DJ of La Neo, which is the first 100% neolonga in the Netherlands, as well as co-organizer, teacher and DJ of the Arnhem Neotango Marathon and The Neotango Weekend.
I love variety, surprising and to create different kind of atmospheres during my sets. I am always very sensitive for what is happening on the dance floor and I am happy when people are having a good time.
Thanos Kassidis​
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Thanos started dancing tango in 2006. He has always been fascinated by alternative music for tango steps .
He has been organizing “Milonga Aternativa” for 10 years in different places in Athens and also djed @ Bremen Munich, Toulouse, Nantes, Stutgard, Bruges, Torino & Rome.
He always plays music according to the feelings of the moment and the people in the dance floor.
Eva Esmann Behrens / Aarhus​
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Eva works as a visual artist creating live visuals for music and theatre as well as projections for installation on buildings. She is based in Aarhus, Denmark, and her landscapes are often playful and poetic and inspired by nature, dance and organic movements.
Zara Gayk / Wuppertal​​
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Zara Gayk lives and works as a video and digital artist in Wuppertal. She is involved in many aspects of the cultural scene, for example at TANZRAUSCHEN in the field of dance film and at INSEL, a cultural venue in the heart of Wuppertal city center.
As a video artist, she is responsible for INSEL NEOtango Milonga and INSEL Tango Club. With her large-format visuals, she creates an artistic experience that atmospherically accompanies the dancers and deepens the musical experience in dance.
For many years, she has been engaged in the implementation of musical and dance experiences in her digital painting and in moving space as video painting. In this way, constantly evolving ideas give rise to new image and film formats, which she can present to a large audience in the milongas.
Workshop with Ezequiel Sanucci​​
​Playful Neotango Moves
Subject to change.
On-site registration for the marathon.
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Saturday
12:45 -14:15
Boleos combined with other movements (WS1)
14:30-16:00
Axis Turns - Turning Together, Fast & Playful (WS2)
Sunday
13:30 -15:00
Beautiful Neotango Moves (WS3)
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Workshop mit Ezequiel Sanucci​​
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​Playful Neotango Moves
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A very important aspect of neotango and tango in general is the possibility of playing. It is being able to make movements, lead or steps that are original, surprising, fun from a visual and/or musical point of view. These also generate connection, motivation and positive emotions between the dance couple. In neotango this possibility is deeply rooted since it is like a playground where we can have fun and experiment. Of course it is important to do these movements with quality, connection, musicality, taking care of the dance line and the space with the other dancers on the dance floor. During the weekend Ezequiel Sanucci will teach different possibilities of how to play more with neotango in an elegant and musical way.
Boleos combined with other movements (WS1)
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Swinging legs with elegance and flow. Explore how low and high boleos can be danced effortlessly and in connection, combining them with other tango movements to create smooth, dynamic and unexpected sequences.
Discover new ways to connect these movements, playing with timing, direction and musicality while keeping the dance fluid and expressive.
Axis Turns - Turning Together, Fast & Playful (WS2)​
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Explore the technique and possibilities of axis turns in tango and neotango. In these compact and dynamic turns, both dancers rotate together around their shared axis, usually within a close embrace, with the feet staying close to the floor and to each other.
We will work on the essential technique, balance, connection and timing needed to make these turns smooth, precise and effortless. You will learn how to lead and follow axis turns with clarity, and explore different variations to add speed, elegance and playfulness to your dance.
A technical and exciting workshop for dancers who want to take their tango and neotango vocabulary further.
Beautiful Neotango Moves (WS3)
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In this workshop, you will learn a selection of elegant, creative and beautiful Neotango movements, with stylish footwork and embellishments. We will also work on how to make these movements feel natural, connected and musical.
Discover new possibilities for your Neotango and learn how to combine these elements with comfort, creativity and flow, bringing more beauty and expression to your dance.