SEATTLE TANGO
TRYST
A MURDER MYSTERY
WEEKENDER
July 26-28, 2024
JOIN THE
MYSTERY
An unexpected murder. A beloved Jazz heiress. One determined P.I. The mystery unfolds at Seattle Tango Tryst this July! Discover unique clues throughout the weekend and see if you can unravel the mystery!
Pricing:
Early bird: $155 (March 15th - April 14th, or until sold out)
Standard: $195 (April 15th - until sold out)
Registration includes:
Admission to all 4 milongas | Admission to Saturday Social Mixer | Complimentary coffee, wine, champagne and food each night | commemorative bracelet/wristband
to register:
Fill out the form below and we’ll email you with additional instructions! This event is semi-role balanced. A registration application does not guarantee admission. Registrations will be confirmed by email based on role availability.
*Tickets are transferable to someone of the same role, but are not refundable.
Questions?
Email us at seattletangotryst@gmail.com
Call For
Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to help before and during the event with setup, tear down, doors, food, transportation, and more!
VENUE
All Pilgrims Church
Located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, at the intersection of Broadway and Republican, this beautiful venue features a private garden entrance, gorgeous chandeliers, lofted arch ceilings, and a private lounge/champagne room.
Schedule
July 26-28, 2024
Friday Welcome Milonga
9pm-2am
Saturday Social Mixer*
2pm-6pm
*Separate venue! Lakeside picnic at Madrona Park. No official dancefloor (but feel free to boogie anyway). Music and food provided. Swimming optional.
Saturday Grand Milonga
9pm-3am
Sunday Matinee Milonga
2pm-6pm
Sunday Closing Milonga 50:50
9pm-2am
MILONGA THEMES
Someone has murdered beloved nightclub heiress, Vera Dehd. No one is to leave town until the case is solved! How many clues will you find?
Friday Night
Act 1: Where it all began
Scene: Underground Jazz Club
- Cocktail attire
- Sequins, garters
- suspenders
- shiny shoes
- sharp slacks
- …and all that jazz.
Saturday Night
Act 2: All Aboard the Ocean Starlight
Scene: Formal ball aboard a luxury cruise
- Formal vintage ballroom attire
- Bowties and cummerbunds
- Glamorous gowns
- ...it’s a black tie affair, darling.
Sunday Matinee
Act 3: Out to Sea
Scene: An afternoon on deck
- Nautical stripes
- Navy and crisp whites
- Sun dresses
- Shorts
- Captain’s hats
- …let’s set sail!
Sunday Night 50:50
Act 4: To Catch a Killer
Scene: A traditional church funeral (R.I.P. Vera Dehd)
- Elegant black attire
- Gloves and parasols
- Handkerchiefs and flowers
- ...come pay your respects.
TRYST CODE OF CONDUCT
All dancers deserve to feel safe. By attending the Seattle Tango Tryst, you agree to our code of conduct, below:
- Trysters are respectful toward individuals of all races, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, genders, ability, and all other forms/labels that make each of us unique.
- Argentine tango is an intimate dance. Trysters do not abuse the close nature of the dance through unwanted behavior.
- Trysters are welcome to communicate their wants/needs/boundaries clearly, directly, and respectfully.
- Trysters respect a “no” when interacting with each other.
- If someone declines an invitation or chooses to end a tanda early, their choice is respected without question or need for explanation.
- If body contact feels too close, Trysters are welcome to adopt a more open stance/embrace and clearly communicate this to their partner. Partners always respect this choice.
- Trysters treat others with kindness, courtesy, and respect, on and off the dance floor, in person and digitally.
- Trysters do NOT tango if they are too intoxicated to dance. (You may be asked to leave the event if this occurs.)
- Trysters do NOT tango if they are sick.
- Trysters do NOT tolerate harassment. (Harassment includes but is not limited to: inappropriate verbal comments, verbal abuse, deliberate intimidation, unwelcome physical contact or sexual attention, or displaying inappropriate images or videos.)
- If asked to stop a harassing behavior, Trysters comply immediately.
Questions?
Contact us