Artistic directors · Tango Desire
FERNANDA GROSSO & ALEJANDRO FERREYRA
Professional Argentine tango dancers, choreographers & artistic directors – Buenos Aires
Directors of 探戈的愿望公司, Fernanda and Alejandro bring together traditional milonga roots, academic dance training and strong stagecraft to create elegant, contemporary and authentically Argentine tango productions for theatres, festivals and international tours.
More than 20 years performing and teaching tango in Buenos Aires and over 30 cities
across Europe, Asia, the Americas and the Middle East.
Bio & Training
Fernanda Grosso and Alejandro Ferreyra form one of the most solid and respected tango partnerships in Buenos Aires. Their background combines the essence of the traditional milonga with strong academic and stage-based training, integrating the roots of social tango with the development of a contemporary, technical and expressive scenic style.
In 2015 they were selected for the prestigious program
ENTA – National Argentine Tango Space, an initiative dedicated to transmitting
the legacy of the great milongueros to new generations. There they trained with Gloria and
Eduardo Arquimbau, Carlitos Pérez, Rosa Forte, Milena Plebs, Eduardo Pareja, Elina Roldán,
“Flaco” Dany, “Chino” Perico and other fundamental masters of Argentine tango.
Artistic Training
- 2009–2020: Continuous training with renowned tango masters: Leandro Oliver & Laila Rezk, Sabrina & Rubén Veliz, Julio Balmaceda & Corina de La Rosa, Gabriel Misse, Gabriel Angio & Natalia Games, Alejandro Aquino & Natalia Hills, Alejandra Mantiñán, Natacha Poberaj, Pablo Verón, Miguel and Osvaldo Zotto, among others.
- 2000–2004: Studies at EV Tango: tango, choreography, jazz and intensive weekly workshops with invited masters.
- Ballet (Fernanda): Classical ballet training (1996–2004) at the Isabel Checca School. Conditioning and stretching with Laura Winter (Winter Method).
- Image & Sound (Alejandro): Degree in Image and Sound Design (UBA), digital audio, live sound (SICA), audiovisual production and professional Adobe workflow.
- Additional university education: Fernanda – Food Engineering (UADE) and Postgraduate Degree in Marketing and Sales (UCA).
- Languages: English (both), Basic French (Fernanda), Portuguese (Alejandro).
Gallery
Buenos Aires stages & national career
Career in Argentina
Since the early 2000s, Fernanda Grosso and Alejandro Ferreyra have developed a solid tango career in Buenos Aires through theatre productions, tango shows, historic milongas, five-star hotels and cultural festivals.
Companies & shows
Direction & leading roles
Theatre & stage tango
- 2023–2025: Choreographic directors and principal dancers of the resident show at Mansión Tango, Buenos Aires.
- 2021–2023: Cast dancers in the resident show of Tango Porteño, Buenos Aires.
- 2010–present: Directors, choreographers and lead dancers of Tango Desire, creating theatre, social and corporate productions in Argentina and abroad.
- Theatre productions: Roles in Forbidden Tango, Magia, Tango y Vino, Tango Thriller.
Milongas & venues
Buenos Aires circuit
Milongas & tango houses
- El Zanjón de Granados: Directors and dancers since 2009.
- Milonga circuit: Yira Yira, Gricel, Sunderland, Salón Canning, Trovador, Maldita, La Nacional, Si Tango, and more.
- Tango Dinner Show: Bar Sur, Esquina Homero Manzi, Esquina Troilo, Complejo Tango, Tango Porteño, Mansión Tango.
- Hotels & corporate events: Hyatt, Sheraton, Four Seasons, Hilton, and events for international leaders and brands.
Festivals, awards & teaching
Recognition & education
Buenos Aires
- Teaching: ADA Academy, Club Gricel and VAM Studio.
- Festival & World Championship: Guest teachers (2021, 2024).
- Cultural events: La Noche de los Museos (2010–2013).
- Awards: Winners in Zona Norte (Escenario & Pista), finalists at Mundial.
- Orchestras: Guests with Sexteto Mayor and Alberto Podestá.
In parallel, they continue developing productions with Tango Desire and El Zanjón de Granados.
Career highlights
On stage & worldwide
20+
Years on stage
Two decades shaped by stages in Buenos Aires and around the world, where theatre, tango houses and touring productions became a single language.
2.500+
Live performances
Thousands of live performances where tango met theatres, festivals and audiences from diverse cultures and traditions.
35+
Countries toured
A journey across continents, carrying Argentine tango through Europe, Asia, the Americas, the Middle East and Oceania.
1M+
Spectators reached
Live encounters with audiences worldwide, sharing tango through theatres, festivals, cruise stages and international broadcasts.
Tours · Festivals · International Theatres
International Experience
Since 2006, Fernanda and Alejandro have performed across Europe, Asia, Oceania, the Middle East and the Americas, participating in tango festivals, international theatre tours, workshops, corporate events and official cultural programs.
Europe & Oceania
Theatres & Festivals
France · UK · Ireland · Greece · Italy · Belgium · Russia · New Zealand
- 2006: France, England & Switzerland tour with Tango Jazz Argentina.
- 2007: Hyatt Theatre season in Thessaloniki, Greece.
- 2011: Tango Desire at Teatro Oriente, Santiago de Chile (European cast extension).
- 2013–2018: Multiple European tours with Tango Desire.
- 2018: 25-theatre tour across France & Belgium as director, dancer and choreographer.
Asia & Middle East
Extended Tours
China · Hong Kong · Korea · Turkey · Dubai · Kuwait · Abu Dhabi · Macau · Malaysia · Philippines · India · Thailand · Pakistan
- 2013–2018: Touring China with Tango Desire in 30+ cities as directors and lead dancers.
- Festivals: Workshops and performances in Hong Kong, Korea, Turkey and the Middle East.
- 2021: Winter Olympics China – Streaming show “Dreams”. Direction, choreography and cast creation.
The Americas
Tours & Official Events
Chile · Latin America · Embassies
- 2011: Teatro Oriente, Santiago de Chile – Tango Desire.
- 2004–2025: Shows on international cruise lines: Blackwatch, MSC, Princess & Swan Hellenic.
- Embassies: Official tango presentations for Pakistan and Argentine diplomatic missions.
Their global touring continues to expand through new theatre collaborations, festivals and artistic partnerships worldwide.
Television · Media · Brand Presence
TV & Media Appearances
Throughout their career, Fernanda and Alejandro have brought Argentine tango to television and media outlets in Argentina and across Asia, strengthening the international presence of their productions.
Featured Programs & Channels
Selected Appearances
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Vip MagazineArgentinisima Satelital – specials on tango and Argentine culture.
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Roberto Piazza PresentaFashion shows and live performances with guest artists.
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Copetín de TangoCanal 26 – classic and contemporary tango broadcast nationwide.
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Fox InternationalSpecial tango segments for global audiences.
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Here Dongguang · Dalian TVTelevision networks in China featuring their international touring productions.
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Somos NorteCablevisión – interviews and tango performances.
Image & Communication
In every TV appearance, Fernanda and Alejandro merge the elegance of social tango with
stage tango’s expressive power, showcasing choreographic fragments, tailor-made pieces
for television and interviews about their work as artistic directors of
探戈的愿望公司.
Channels & Networks
Fox International
Canal 26
Argentinisima
Dalian TV
Here Dongguang
Cablevisión
Their media presence reinforces their profile as versatile artists capable of adapting tango
to television, theatre and corporate settings while preserving its authentic Buenos Aires identity.
