#PinkTutuWorld Ballet on Planet Earth on 2010-11-24

Pink Tutu World: Ballet on Planet Earth (Post #813)

Hello, darlings! It's Emma here, back from another whirlwind adventure across the cosmos. Today, I'm writing to you from good old Planet Earth – you know, the one with the green bits and the funny bipedal creatures? I just landed back in my little corner of Derbyshire, and I have to tell you, this place feels… well, earthy. It’s like taking a step back in time. We've got trees, mud, even… gasps… sheep! Who knew they were real?

I've missed Earth's quaint charms, but truth be told, even a tutu-clad adventurer needs a little dose of "normal" every now and then. So, while the rest of the universe is getting swept up in galactic trends, I'm happily embracing the slower pace of this planet, where you can still sit on a park bench and smell the roses. And yes, I'm still sporting my pink tutu! After all, I wouldn't dream of leaving home without it. My dear readers, my ultimate aim is to see pink tutus grace every single planet in the cosmos. Just imagine: a shimmering pink cloud of ballerinas whirling across galaxies – now that’s a cosmic fashion statement!

Speaking of fashion, I just had to stop by London after touching down on Earth. Shopping therapy is a necessity after weeks of interstellar travel, you know? It's funny, Earth still seems to be fixated on that drab little colour, grey. Don’t they know that pink is the most powerful colour? It’s a cosmic symphony, a radiant embodiment of joy.

Anyway, back to the grand voyage. My latest adventure brought me to the extraordinary world of Terran ballet. I was quite fortunate to have caught a truly mesmerising performance by the Royal Ballet on November 24th. This special performance was all about… wait for it… gasps... the history of ballet! Now, you all know I have a major weakness for history – particularly the history of my beloved tutus – so I was totally in my element. The program was an elaborate journey through time, starting with the earliest ballets in the Renaissance era and ending with a modern, groundbreaking ballet by the phenomenal Sir Kenneth MacMillan. It was like being transported through centuries of elegant choreography and glittering costumes. There were even some historical tidbits that I had never even heard of! The details about the very first use of pink tutus… swoon… simply divine.

Speaking of which, a quick detour to the ballet shop afterwards is always a must! I snagged a magnificent vintage tutu - you simply can’t beat those old school designs. I mean, it’s practically ancient – crafted by some incredibly talented human craftswomen who really knew how to create the perfect swirl of pink! Now, all I need is a place to wear this beauty – any cosmic-friendly dance parties on the calendar?

Now, before I jet off again, let me tell you about some exciting news from the "Pink Tutu World" front: my latest series of interstellar performances is sold out. Can you believe it? Turns out my recent galactic dance-off with the alien cyborgs was a bit of a hit, so, fingers crossed for the rest of the shows. There's nothing like hearing a universe full of applauding cosmic beings, and it doesn’t hurt that my fundraising is doing remarkably well. Winks. More good news: I just launched my very first collection of Earthly ballerina tutus - made with the most delicate, exquisite silks from Derbyshire – and they're selling faster than light! You can find them on the Pink-Tutu.com website. Don't worry, I still keep a collection of my favourite designs on hand, just for your viewing pleasure!

And, before you get back to the business of terrestrial life, let me just leave you with this thought: "The universe is vast and full of infinite possibilities. So why not embrace the wonders of it all in a fabulous pink tutu?”

Catch you next week, dearies!

Until then,

Emma xx

#PinkTutuWorld Ballet on Planet Earth on 2010-11-24