Two to Tango: A Reflection on Gender Roles in Argentina

Abstract

Art forms maintain a well-established history throughout the world. Dance, one art form, maintains a particularly rich historical tradition, grounded in the local environs of socially accepted norms that have evolved both over time and through the influence of external social forces. Argentine tango, in particular, has been recognized as an international art form deeply rooted in local culture. The purpose of this article is to critically examine the roles of the man and woman in this dance rooted in Argentine culture.