Tango Argentina
What are some art forms Argentina has had over the years?
I know Tango is one, the most obvious and well known. But there has to be other types either known around the world or surrounding countries.
Cinema and theatre
Argentine cinema has been active since 1896 and has produced over 2,500 full-length titles, Argentine theatre traces its origins to Viceroy Juan José de Vértiz y Salcedo’s creation of the colony’s first comedy theatre (La Ranchería) in 1783.
Music
Folk music and dance are popular in provincial Argentina and are blends of various native and European styles. Examples include the chamamé of Mesopotamia and the chacarera of Santiago del Estero.
Painting and Sculpture
Argentine painters and sculptors have a rich history dating from both before and since the development of modern Argentina in the second half of the 19th century.
Literature
In terms of literature, Argentina’s most famous authors are Jorge Luis Borges, considered to be one of the world’s greatest 20th century writers, Adolfo Bioy Casares and Julio Cortázar.
As well as Pottery, Folk Art, Silverwork, Gaucho Ballads, Instrument making, Carnaval Costumes, Wood Carvings, Hand Woven Textiles, etc.
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