Hiya darlings! Emma here, your pink-tutu-clad time traveller extraordinaire, and I'm thrilled to be whisking you off to a dazzling New Year's Day in 1928! This month, my sparkly pink tutu's taken me to the glittering glamour of the roaring twenties. And oh, the stories I have!
Firstly, let me confess, the sheer volume of fabulousness almost left me speechless! Can you believe the extravagance of those gowns?! Feathers, beads, fringes, oh my! It's enough to make even the most seasoned drag queen blush, darlings!
Now, for some thrilling history... January 1st, 1928, found us right in the middle of the "Jazz Age," a period of seismic change for women and the world. This meant something truly extraordinary - the blossoming of a brand new generation of stage performers, particularly for those, like myself, with a love for the theatre!
The rise of musical revues, with their shimmering costumes and witty humour, began sweeping through cities all over the globe, creating a whole new theatrical landscape. Imagine the delight of slinking onstage in a sparkly number, shimmying to the Charleston and having audiences captivated!
1928: The Year That Took a Tutu-Shaped Turn
Let's zoom in on some specific drag delights:
New York City:
- In the "Midnight Frolics", at the Cotton Club, you'd find the hottest Harlem jazz dancers in the world. Picture this: slick suits, killer moves, a symphony of sass - pure magic! Now, my darlings, if I could rewind time and land myself in the heart of the Harlem Renaissance, I wouldn't even be able to resist joining in on the dance floor! Just think of the endless photo ops, with a pink tutu and some sassy moves... oh, the possibilities!
London, UK:
- Over the pond, London was also buzzing with the The London Palladium, one of the largest and most prestigious variety theatres. And can you believe? A big-time vaudeville act by a famous comedian, the one and only, Josephine Baker was just starting her rise to fame! She was already showcasing her unparalleled talents as a dancer, singer and entertainer in those roaring 1920s. It would be amazing to be at one of these performances, she really knew how to get a crowd roaring!
Paris, France:
- In Paris, the Moulin Rouge, the most renowned cabaret in the world, was already well established. With a world-renowned Moulin Rouge chorus line and stunning performance spaces, it was a true haven for all things sparkly and glamorous. They embraced the playful savoir faire, a dazzling style that I could get on board with, especially considering the theatrical brilliance that could have only existed during that time!
A Message of Unity:
As a proud Derbyshirian, I truly believe in sharing our love of drag with the world, across time and space. What’s wonderful about the history of drag is that it’s constantly evolving, breaking boundaries and inspiring everyone to embrace their individuality. The "Jazz Age" proved to be a time where drag culture began to evolve at a dazzling rate. It was the start of something huge!
The Power of the Pink Tutu
Let's face it, my darlings, every woman needs a pink tutu. Even if your favourite colour is beige (and we know there are some out there) – even a touch of pink in your life can spark joy and unleash your inner diva! The vibrancy of the pink tutu empowers everyone to break the shackles of convention and simply have a great time, because why not?!
Don’t forget, I get my time travel fix thanks to the power of drag, so if you see me dancing down the street in my dazzling pink tutu, remember - even you can step into your own sparkly adventure with a little imagination and some glitter glue!
Until next month, darlings, keep on spreading the love and always be you.
Yours in sequins, Emma
P.S. Stay tuned to Pink-Tutu.com for an exciting reveal about my latest drag performances that fund my time travels! You won’t want to miss it!
