María Inés Bogado and Sergiy Podbolotnyy performed with the music of the great Tango composer Osvaldo Pugliese and his song "La Bordona" at the Perth Tango Festival in October 2024 at the Perth Town Hall. Renowned Argentine tango dancer and instructor, María Inés Bogado, has been an influential figure in the tango world for over two decades. With a remarkable career spanning 25 years, María Inés's dedication and passion for tango culminated in her 2010 victory as the World Champion in the Tango Salon category, as well as securing the top prize in the Vals category of the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Tango Championship.
Having honed her craft under the guidance of esteemed mentors such as Diego Gauna, Graciela Gonzales, Sabrina & Ruben Veliz, Rosa Forte, and Carlos Perez, María Inés brings a wealth of expertise to her teaching and performances. Her journey has taken her to stages across six continents, captivating audiences with her unparalleled talent and deep-rooted love for tango and Argentine Folklore.
María Inés has also lent her expertise to numerous festivals and workshops worldwide, collaborating with renowned partners such as Sebastián Jimenez, Jorge Lopez, and Roberto Zuccarino. With her extensive experience and unwavering commitment to tango, María Inés Bogado continues to inspire dancers of all generations.
Originating from Ukraine, Sergiy Podbolotnyy developed a deep attraction to the profound partner connection intrinsic to tango. From 2010 to 2019, Sergiy cultivated a thriving tango community as the founder of the esteemed TangoGo Dance School in Shanghai, China.
In 2020, Sergiy embarked on a new chapter by co-founding the "Superior Tango" project in Kyiv, Ukraine, alongside María Inés Bogado. This collaborative initiative aimed to elevate the skills of local dancers and foster a deeper appreciation for tango within the community.
Their partnership flourished with the co-organization of the Bailemos Festival in 2021, marking the beginning of a fruitful partnership that continues to enrich tango communities worldwide through their joint participation in international festivals and workshops.