York hosts special 100-year commemoration of tango
(WorldNews Entertainment)

A celebration of tango and its place in Hispanic culture was marked by York University`s Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies) on Nov. 28 with the screening of two short films. Hosted by the Spanish Program, the event was a special commemoration marking the 100th anniversary of the compotion of the `La Cumparsita`, the `tango of all tangos`, which was celebrated around the world with tango festivals, film screenings, concerts and more. The event `Tango in the River Plate` was held in the Kaneff Tower from 5:30 to 8pm, screened films about two genius composers who represent the historical extremes of tango - its inception in...