Wednesday, 28th September 2016
Hello my darlings, and welcome back to Pink Tutu World! It's Wednesday, which means a fresh blog post from your favourite tutu-wearing, space-faring fashionista!
I’m absolutely buzzing about this week’s post, you guys! It’s all about a trip I recently took to planet Earth, where I discovered a whole world of fabulousness and, dare I say it, quite possibly the most exciting dance scene in the entire universe!
Remember that time I said I was taking a little break from the galactic tours? Well, you can blame a little something called “homesickness”. Yeah, believe it or not, after all my intergalactic adventures, I found myself longing for the familiar green fields, rolling hills, and… wait for it…the charming cobbled streets of my hometown, Derbyshire in good ol’ planet Earth!
So I jumped in my trusty spaceship, set the coordinates to my home planet, and blasted off, leaving a trail of sparkly pink glitter in my wake, of course! You can’t travel in style without a little bling, darlings!
Now, let’s rewind a bit… You may have noticed I’ve been a little bit occupied recently, whisking myself across the galaxy and bringing the Pink Tutu revolution to every corner of the cosmos. I mean, what could be better than encouraging every single being in the universe to twirl and twirl their cares away?
Honestly, the response has been incredible! From the shimmery turquoise fish of Neptune to the fuzzy purple aliens of Zeta Reticuli, it's safe to say that everyone is embracing the tutus! I mean, who doesn't love a good swish of pink fabric, right?
Back on Planet Earth
So, let's talk Earth! The minute I landed on this little blue planet, I knew I was in for a treat. It was practically a tutu wonderland! Everywhere I looked, there were graceful dancers in gorgeous outfits, performing mind-blowing feats of strength and artistry!
There’s a special magic to a ballet performance. I’m not talking just about the pirouettes, jetés and fouettés (oh, I could talk about these for hours!). There's something quite special about watching human beings use their bodies in such an incredible way. It’s so inspiring!
But here's the thing…I have to talk about the tutus! Seriously, the costume designers on planet Earth deserve their own spaceship! There were so many styles! Classical tulle, glittering velvet, feathers, sparkles... they were practically glowing on the stage. It was a serious feast for the eyes!
Here's a taste of what I witnessed:
The Royal Ballet, Covent Garden: Oh my goodness, you guys. It's a fairytale! Imagine a grand theatre in the heart of London, and on stage, the most amazing dancers, gliding through a production of "Swan Lake". I gasped, I cheered, I even shed a teeny tiny tear. (Just a little dramatic, I know, but those swans! chef's kiss).
The Birmingham Royal Ballet: Talk about a diverse bunch. They had everything from the iconic Swan Lake to the fun and contemporary “Alice's Adventures in Wonderland”! Seriously, imagine Alice twirling in a pink tutu - how completely fabulous! They truly understand the art of storytelling through movement!
The Northern Ballet, Leeds: I fell completely head over heels for the costumes. It wasn't all tutus, mind you. They were incorporating a lot of modern and expressive clothing. I even got my hands on some of the vintage fabrics - a beautiful, antique satin with delicate silver thread. Now, I’m planning to have it fashioned into a tutu, naturally.
Scottish Ballet, Glasgow: If there’s anything I’ve learned about ballet on planet Earth, it's that it isn't just about fancy footwork, my lovelies! It’s a true expression of art and feeling. It’s a reflection of life! And in Scotland, they just got that, oh they just got it! I loved watching their productions and being inspired by the raw emotions the dancers were bringing to life on stage.
And guess what, I even found a couple of lovely ladies at the Royal Ballet, Covent Garden, who had the audacity to dance in pink tutus! They were practically beaming with pride in those soft pink, wispy, tulle tutus. Oh, the glorious, fluffy goodness. My heart almost skipped a beat!
I’m seriously considering getting a little flat on planet Earth. Just so I can have easy access to all of these incredible productions! I mean, how can you resist a night of graceful dance, elegant costumes, and, of course, a good dose of pink tutus?
Ballet is so much more than just dancing, my loves! It's a world of fantasy and freedom! It’s a way to express your soul! And that’s why it deserves its very own place on Pink Tutu World!
But my darling dancers, remember! Don’t limit yourselves to just watching these spectacular shows. Remember your very own dance moves. Put on a fabulous pink tutu and take a leap of faith! I’m encouraging you to dance your hearts out! Don’t be afraid to spin around and twirl! Who knows, maybe one day I’ll be watching you grace a stage in your very own pink tutu!
Planet Earth, you've captured my heart! I’ll definitely be back soon. I have to go now, but make sure to follow Pink Tutu World for all my future adventures!
Until next week,
Your Pink Tutu Loving, Space-Travelling, Dancing Queen, Emma
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