Hello, my darling tutus! Welcome to another week of Pink Tutu World! This week is extra special as we celebrate my birthday! 🎉 You'd think, after being on the road for a year (nearly!), I would have lost track. Not me, my dears, a ballet dancer's sense of time is like clockwork!
Anyways, the reason I'm here on Planet Earth today isn't for a fancy gala (although a celebratory afternoon tea with my favourite Derby bakery would be divine). No, I'm here to chat all things TUTU! We're diving deep into the world of ballet, history, and, of course, all things pink. It's a little early to celebrate, but trust me, it's the perfect way to kickstart your week!
Pink Tutu Adventures: Derbyshire to Space!Let me whisk you away to my little Derbyshire corner of the world! Imagine this: quaint village, cobbled streets, and me, twirling my way down them in a magnificent pink tutu (with a touch of lace, natch!). It’s always lovely to go back to my roots!
Now, as you all know, I've spent the last year gallivanting across the cosmos, but the journey actually began here. After a particularly delightful ballet performance of "Sleeping Beauty" in London (where I donned the most glorious pink tutu, naturally), I knew it was time for an intergalactic adventure.
Why not spread the joy of pink and twirling to the far corners of the galaxy? Why not get everyone wearing a pink tutu? It was simply the thing to do!
My space ship, "The Tutu Traveler", has seen it all - cosmic dust storms, nebulae, and galaxies brimming with new dance forms. It's a testament to the magic of pink tutus, my darling friends. They make everything feel a bit more… sparkly!
This Week's Travel Itinerary
You know me - I always keep you updated on my whereabouts! Today's blog is a little different - I'm back on Planet Earth for the first time in several weeks (I'm even trying to get into a ballet class later today, fingers crossed)! But fear not! Our "Pink Tutu World" website will still be updated regularly with news, inspiration, and lots of twirling. I’ve actually got a rather fantastic lineup this week:
- Fashion Flashback: We're diving deep into the history of the tutu, tracing its evolution from the early ballets to the breathtaking, extravagant tutus we see on stage today! You’ll be surprised by what you discover. We'll cover some fun stories, too, including famous tutus, the history of pink as the dominant color for tutus and the amazing ways people are now reinterpreting and redesigning this essential ballet garment.
- New Tutu Designs: I’ve been on a hunt to discover new designers working on tutus and leotards. Let's talk inspiration, modern designs, and how ballets around the world are showcasing exciting new costumes.
- Guest Blog: I'm so excited to welcome a very special guest to Pink Tutu World! We have none other than the amazing Jenny Bell (I told you she would become famous), who's been busy inspiring aspiring dancers in our beloved Derbyshire. Get ready for dancing tips, practice tricks, and all the good stuff about ballet! Jenny is going to talk about a recent trip she took to the USA - they even saw the magnificent new ballet show Giselle by Benjamin Millepied (so clever!), but that’s just a hint…
- Starry Dance Party: We'll close the week with a Cosmic Ballet Party (just in case you haven't already figured out that's a passion of mine)! Think music, glitter, a little bit of sparkle, and, of course, lots and lots of pink! (And remember, we don't need to go to Planet Earth to see these shows. There’s nothing that says you can’t dress up and get together with your friends for a dance-filled afternoon – we’re having one of our famous “pink parties" on Friday.)
My adventures wouldn’t be complete without sharing the stories I discover along the way. As I told you earlier, I’ve just landed back on Planet Earth and I’m excited to explore again! I must say, I’m especially enjoying the unique blend of modern and ancient here. I've found so many interesting things since last I was on Earth. There’s such a thing as a pink themed museum here on Planet Earth in a place called Nottingham! I even managed to catch a glimpse of some beautiful cherry blossoms - they look just like my pink tutus!
Planet Earth's Ballet:I also found a fabulous Ballet Performance at the Royal Opera House! It was magical, just like it always is when I visit Earth. As always, I’ll tell you all about the fantastic show as I’m sure you'll find it very interesting! It was just fantastic seeing “Giselle" performed - so exciting! Carlos Acosta’s choreography is amazing and so moving! Plus I fell in love with this pink tutu, a lovely pale pink, that was very different from all of the deep pink tutus that the other dancers were wearing, (so interesting!), which made it quite unique! Oh and one of my absolute favourites: The Bolshoi Theatre! So exciting to go back to a theatre of such history and cultural significance and especially on the day that I returned to planet Earth - there is no finer Ballet theatre!
Pink Tutu: The Cosmic Calling
From the hustle and bustle of Planet Earth to the breathtaking silence of the cosmos, the love of tutus knows no bounds! That's what my little pink heart believes. This is what drives me, what keeps me on the road, and what allows me to experience the most unbelievable wonders our universe has to offer! You, my precious pink tutu fans, are part of this grand journey, so let’s twirl, twirl, twirl into a week of incredible pinktasticness!
Remember to visit www.pink-tutu.com and Pink Tutu World every Wednesday to join me in my journey!
Sending love, glitter, and lots of twirling your way! 💖🩰✨
Emma
P.S. Don't forget to send me photos of you in your favourite pink tutu! The universe is looking extra glamorous these days! #PinkTutuWorld #BalletAdventures #CosmicTwirling #PinkTutuDreams
