Hello my dearest ballet bunnies! It's Emma, your pink tutu-clad time-travelling companion, and I'm so excited to share another fabulous journey with you. This month, we're stepping back in time to the first day of January, 1795! Imagine, no Instagram, no online ballet classes, no TikTok ballet trends - just the raw beauty of ballet itself!
Oh, and before I forget, have you heard about our amazing ballet show coming up? We're performing Swan Lake on the 12th at the Derby Theatre! Come join us for an evening of magical pirouettes and soaring leaps, and remember, every attendee gets a free pink tutu - what's not to love? You can find all the details and ticket information on our website, www.pink-tutu.com!
But back to our time travel escapade! As always, Magic Meg, my trusty pink sparkling shire horse with her golden hooves and dazzling mane, was a true delight on our trip. The air was crisp, and a fresh layer of snow glittered on the ground as we set off. I can just imagine the anticipation and excitement of the era, with New Year's Day and its promise of a fresh start on the horizon.
Our first stop? London, naturally! The theatre scene was already bursting with life. Though the French Revolution was still fresh in people's minds, the English capital was, as ever, brimming with artistic creativity. At the King's Theatre in Haymarket, a performance of "The Child of Nature", a play by the renowned playwright and social commentator William Godwin, was the talk of the town. The ballet portion of the evening was certainly not to be missed - featuring Mademoiselle Parisot, a dazzling French dancer who brought the stage to life with her grace and flair. The theatre was overflowing with society's elite, eager to be swept away by the romantic narrative.
Just thinking about that atmosphere gives me chills! The romance of the era, the gowns, the powdered wigs, the glittering jewels… Imagine twirling amidst it all! Now, that would be a true time-travelling ballet experience.
Speaking of which, my leather rucksack is already bulging with interesting finds from the day! I managed to snag a program from the theatre with a beautiful hand-drawn illustration of "Mademoiselle Parisot". A delicate miniature dance shoe, lovingly crafted by an unknown but clearly skilled craftswoman, has found a new home in my collection, along with a handwritten ballet manuscript - maybe it's a new dance routine? Ooh, I can't wait to learn more about it.
We'll dive into that more in later blog posts - don't worry, I won't leave you hanging!
In the meantime, don't forget to browse the pink-tutu.com website. It's packed with stunning tutus to satisfy every style and occasion - fluffy, flowing, and of course, utterly pink. There’s even a beautiful range of 'vintage' style tutus, perfect for bringing a little bit of 1795 elegance into your life!
So what have you been doing this week? Share your favourite ballet stories, memories, and questions with me in the comments section below! Remember, even the smallest ballerina has the biggest dreams!
Until next time, keep your spirits high and your pink tutus twirling!
Yours truly,
Emma
P.S. Don't forget to check out our next performance on the 12th! Pink tutus await! 💖💖
