Wednesday, 5th March 1997
Hello, my gorgeous twirling friends! Itās Emma, your favourite pink tutu-clad traveller, here, reporting live fromā¦ drumrollā¦ Planet Earth! Thatās right, after a whirlwind tour through the nebulae, Iām back on my home planet, Derbyshire, England to be exact. Iāve got so much to tell you about this trip ā I was actually quite surprised to find so much fabulous ballet going on here!
This week, though, let's talk about how I've been making my mark on the planet in the world of pink, tutus, and fabulous dance performances! Itās time to take a little trip down memory lane, or shall I sayā¦ cosmic lane? Let's dive into my latest adventure.
Dancing through the Galaxy: Ballet on Planet Earth
My current tour has been about returning to my roots. My roots beingā¦ wellā¦ Earth! Itās been a lovely re-acquaintance. There is a real passion for the ballet here on Earth - especially from my fellow Englishfolk!
I've been travelling from city to city in a rather stylish spaceship that I affectionately call 'The Pink Flamingo' ā trust me, you haven't seen anything as glittery! My latest stop was London. Oh my, London! The ballet scene here is positively blooming!
First things first: a spot of afternoon tea with a sprinkle of pink. My absolute favourite! That lovely, delicate finger sandwichesā¦ but who needs them when you can have ballet shoes!
Afterwards, I sashayed my way to the Royal Opera House. Imagine my delight when they had a spectacular āSwan Lakeā production! The whole theatre was bathed in a soft light, and the ballerinas were absolutely exquisite. Oh, it was just divine! I must tell you, there were a few tutus on the stageā¦but a whole lot of lovely ballet skirts. I've always had a weakness for a good tutu - the more fluff the better - but a well-designed ballet skirt is just as exquisite! So, you see? We can enjoy the beauty of dance regardless of the particular costume. But a little pink goes a long way! I couldnāt help but twirl and twirl along. The crowd gave me such warm applause ā even with my bright pink tutu, my twirls were a hit!
Of course, my planet Earth mission would be incomplete without indulging in a bit of local culture! I managed to catch a show of the āEnglish National Balletā, that had me on the edge of my seat ā their story was so intriguing, the dancers were exceptional! A perfect blend of elegance and energy! They've certainly set the bar high! And of course, we couldnāt leave England without experiencing a traditional English Ballet School ā what a delight.
Tutus of the Past & Present: History, Trends, and Inspirations!
Thereās a wonderful story behind tutus! Have you ever heard of Maria Tallchief? The ballet star? She made it acceptable to perform barefoot for certain ballet performances! That, my friends, is an innovation that made a huge splash in the world of ballet ā it revolutionized costume! Of course, it isn't for everyone! But a ballet shoe or bare foot can just be as elegant and beautiful, wouldn't you agree?
Speaking of shoes ā you just canāt miss a trip to āThe Museum of Londonā. Theyāve got a whole exhibit dedicated to tutus! There was even one from the 1890s ā imagine! And oh, the designsā¦ I could spend weeks studying each intricate layer of tulle. But that brings me to a point:
How amazing would it be to have an entire ballet outfit be a āpink tutu'?!? The world has come a long way, but what if there was a show dedicated to it?
Don't even think about saying "no, Emma!" I know what you're thinking! And guess what? I've already started planning an āAll-Pink Tutu Ballet!ā Isn't that utterly marvelous? This show will bring together a rainbow of performers in an explosion of pink, from classic romantic tutus to playful, whimsical variations. It will be a spectacle, my dear friends! But I'll need your help to make it happen. What will the costumes look like? Which pieces shall we dance? It is all coming together as we speak!
Stay tuned, dear friends! You don't want to miss it!
My Ballet Inspiration: What Iām Learning
And itās not all about just tutu trendsā¦ You see, my planet earth ballet journey isnāt only about beautiful costumes and fantastic showsā¦ but itās also about learning. Iāve discovered that the ballet world here on Earth is full of creativity! I am always learning, growing, and expanding my own dance abilities.
What a remarkable gift ā a journey filled with beauty, elegance, grace, and sheer wonder!
A Pinch of Glamour, a Dash of Pink
Donāt worry! There has been some shopping, too, naturally! I've been finding the cutest little boutiques here! London is full of trendy shops ā my new pink beret (I adore berets, darling) was found in this chic boutique called Liberty London! My love of tutus was on full display - they gave me the perfect sparkly pair for a fantastic performance in front of the iconic Buckingham Palace, naturally. The whole street, in all their Victorian-inspired majesty, were absolutely mesmerised ā so proud!
This week on āThe Pink Flamingoā, Iām travelling onwards and upwards. My pink tutu has so many more stars to see ā the whole galaxy is calling my name!
Fashion Tip: My new pink beret has been my new wardrobe hero. It adds such a chic touch to any look! Plus, it fits perfectly under any hat - which is essential for intergalactic travel, dear friends! And as for the ballerina looksā¦ you just canāt beat a classic ballerina bun with some pearls!
Until next Wednesday, my darlings! Don't forget to follow me on 'The Pink Tutu World' for daily updates and, most importantly, get twirling in a pink tutu!
Yours always,
Emma
