Furia Tanguera
Alex Theatre216 N Brand Blvd, Los Angeles 91203
Furia Tanguera arrives at the Alex Theatre as a multidisciplinary tango production presented by the locally based Patagonia Tango Company. Dancers and singers perform with the Patagonia Orchestra, under the direction of Latin Grammy winning director Matias Piegari. The program combines Argentine tango's stated strength and elegance with folklore traditions, tracing a theatrical arc from nostalgia to euphoria through traditional storytelling placed in a modern setting. It is a staged ensemble work rather than a standalone band set, with movement, voices and orchestra sharing the bill's focus.
Patagonia Tango Company is described by the presenter as a local company bringing the heart of Buenos Aires to Glendale. Furia Tanguera is rooted in Argentine tango and folklore, and its musical forces include the Patagonia Orchestra, led here by Piegari. The listing characterizes the cast as all-star and frames the production around tango's "fury," while emphasizing the meeting of dancers and singers under the orchestra's rhythm. No further biographical history, personnel details, past collaborators, or independent critical reviews are provided for the company or production.
The Alex Theatre’s unusual claim to fame is its atmospheric auditorium: Greek and Egyptian-inspired details create the illusion of an open-air garden, beneath the theatre’s distinctive 100-foot neon tower. Opened in 1925 as a vaudeville and movie house, it now presents concerts and a broad program of performing arts at 216 North Brand Boulevard in downtown Glendale. Expect a formal theatre evening in a large, roughly 1,300-seat auditorium, with reserved seats and a stage framed by ornate decoration. Shows are ticketed, so check the event listing for seats and details before you go. Concessions are available, and Brand Boulevard’s restaurants and cafes make it easy to plan dinner nearby. The Alex is still operating and listing upcoming performances.