Some of you may be familiar the milonga at the corner of Humberto Primo and Entre Rios which was known as Re Fa Si. This space has been totally renovated inside and outside and has just reopened as the new studio and milonga of Celia Blanco. I live only two blocks away and saw the transformation take place over a period of four or five months.
Last night I went to see it for myself. Nothing is the same as it was. Even the stairway to the first floor is different. At the top of the stairs is the coat check booth on the left and cashier booth on the right. I peeked through the new curtains at the entrance and was amazed at the change. Since I spotted two excellent milongueros, I knew I would be dancing. The room is larger than before with new walls, ceiling, lighting and bar area. There is a new sound system with two large speakers angled to the dance floor. I estimate the dance area is 30 feet by 35 feet. New tables and chairs surround the entire room. The DJ booth has been relocated and elevated so he can watch the floor. I didn't visit the ladies room, but I'm sure that it was upgraded and improved. The windows are covered with curtains. The marble floor is slippery at times, but it's the same for other milongas. There were beginners and experienced couples doing both salon and milonguero styles. There was plenty of space for everyone to dance comfortably. I met Celia Blanco for the first time and found her to be charming and gracious. She has been dancing and teaching tango for many years. Celia will be going to teach at Casino de Zug near Zurich, Switzerland next week until August 8. She will have classes at her new studio Tuesday through Friday evenings. Her milongas are on Friday and Saturday night beginning at 23:00 and Sundays at 16:00. The opening was originally announced for May 14, but due to rain damage, it had to be postponed to open July 14. Here's another place to try during your visit. Pichi
