MPAC Photos: Tangos (March 7) and Golden Dragon Chinese Acrobats (March 8)

Two different parts of the world - two very different types of performances - showcase the grace, athleticism and passion of two very different cultures. MPAC goes global in early March with Tangos: Featuring the Stars of Forever Tango on Friday, March 7, at 8 pm. Tickets are $29-59. On Saturday, March 8, The Golden Dragon Chinese Acrobats present Cirque Ziva at 3 pm and 7:30 pm. Tickets are $19-39. The Golden Dragon performance is sponsored by McCarter & English.

Tangos:

Tango's flamboyant history, from turn-of-the-century Buenos Aries bordellos to its acceptance in high society, comes alive through this sensual production featuring brilliant dancers and musicians from the internationally acclaimed production of Forever Tango. Through music, dance and song the audience becomes involved in an exciting look at the Tango's colorful, flamboyant history, from turn-of-the-century Buenos Aries bordellos to its acceptance in high society. The exciting, fully-staged touring production features ten of the brilliant dancers and five musicians from the internationally acclaimed production of Forever Tango.

Cirque Ziva:

This unique cirque spectacular showcases traditional Chinese acrobats who dazzle with amazing feats of athleticism, daring heart-stopping stunts and the grace of their centuries-old art form.

Tickets at 973-539-8008 or mayoarts.org