Meet the Maestros

Discover the stories and artistry behind the extraordinary dancers and teachers headlining Alma de Tango Festival London.

Natalia Hills

The Argentine dancer, Natalia Hills, is a third-generation tango dancer. Her professional debut was at 12 years of age in the dance company of Juan Carlos Copes. She has been nominated for Laurence Olivier, Tony, and Drama Desk awards for best choreography for the hit show “Forever Tango” on Broadway and in London. She danced for the late Princess Diana Spencer, in the Colon Theater in Buenos Aires, and at the Hollywood Bowl with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. On television, she has appeared on the “Today Show” on NBC, “Evening at the Pops” on PBS, and in a National Geographic special among others.

In 2009, Hills founded her own dance company, “Tangueros del Sur,” presenting works internationally to great acclaim. In 2024, she performed at the Lyon Opera House and began creating her new production “Sentir Buenos Aires.” In January 2025, she opened her own studio in Argentina. Natalia continues to work internationally, sharing her artistry and vision for tango around the world.

Roberto Reis

Tango dancer and renowned choreographer, Roberto Reis has performed with artists such as Julio Iglesias, Mariano Mores, and Orlando Trípodi, and has brought tango to audiences across 47 countries. He has created celebrated choreographies including “Libertango” for Olympic champion skaters and “Bailando Cassano” for Eleonora Cassano. He has been choreographic director of shows like “Piazzolla Tango” and “Taconeando,” and has performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Covent Garden.

As a teacher, Roberto has led workshops globally and has served as a jury member for major tango championships worldwide — including the Mundial de Tango in Buenos Aires and national championships across Europe and Asia. Since 2008, together with Natalia Hills, he has taught and performed at top festivals and schools worldwide. In 2013, he opened Cultura Tango in Padova, Italy, and continues to shape the international tango community as an organizer, performer, and master teacher.

Yanina Muzyka & Emmanuel Casal

Champions of Tango Stage 2021 and runners-up in 2016, Yanina Muzyka and Emmanuel Casal have over 15 years of experience together as dancers and teachers. Known for their sensitive, playful, and deeply connected approach, they fuse the social dance essence with innovative communication and connection tools.

They have been members of leading tango companies worldwide and have performed in theaters and festivals across Argentina, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. In Buenos Aires, they have been resident performers at the most prestigious tango show houses, including Piazzolla Tango and Señor Tango. Their powerful stage presence and creative teaching method inspire dancers worldwide.

Letitia Simone & Andrés Sosa

Letitia Simone and Andrés Sosa are professional Argentine Tango dancers, teachers, and event organizers based between Argentina and London, with a combined experience of over 25 years. Together, they have taught and performed at seminars, workshops, festivals, and exhibitions across the globe.

Letitia, a classically trained contemporary dancer, and Andrés, whose roots lie in Argentine folklore, bring together distinct yet complementary backgrounds that inform their rich and expressive tango style. Their depth of experience and artistry has earned them recognition and respect both within the global tango community and beyond.

They have performed at Buenos Aires’ most prestigious milongas and Tango Cena Shows, and have been featured in international festivals and high-profile collaborations with renowned companies. Now based in London, they offer regular group and private classes, and work with organizers across the UK and internationally. In addition to teaching and performing, they host annual Tango Retreats and organize London’s newest milonga, Abrázame — continuing to share their passion for Argentine Tango and its cultural roots with students and audiences worldwide.

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