Wednesday, November 30th, 2022
Hello my gorgeous, fabulous, tutu-loving readers! Welcome back to my little corner of the internet, where pink reigns supreme and pirouettes are the language of love!
I'm back on Planet Earth after a truly out-of-this-world adventure, and let me tell you, the cosmic dust has barely settled on my fabulous pink tutu! It’s been a whirlwind week, jam-packed with ballet bliss and intergalactic travel - all thanks to the power of pink, of course!
A Tutu-tastic Tale of Intergalactic Travel
As many of you know, I live for the thrill of exploring new galaxies, and this time, my destination was a twinkling star system that shimmered like a disco ball in a supernova! This trip was truly a dream come true, as I've been dying to share my love of ballet with the aliens who reside in this incredible corner of the universe.
But first, a little about how I get around the cosmos… as you know, I'm a big believer in funding my own spacefaring adventures, and there’s no better way to do that than with the universal language of dance! Yep, you heard that right! I actually perform ballet shows across the galaxy! Every week, I choose a different celestial body to visit, and perform my own original ballets. Imagine, me and my team, twirling through a ring of nebulae, with our tutus catching the cosmic dust like a flurry of pink snow! It’s quite spectacular, I tell you!
This time around, I got to perform for the alien inhabitants of a world they call “Twirling Nova”. These guys have got a great appreciation for good old-fashioned ballet, and let me tell you, they know how to throw a stellar party! Think champagne fountains made of sparkling starlight and snacks that tasted like sweet nebulas! I performed my latest show, "The Pink Tutu Rebellion," which tells the story of how a pink-tutu-clad ballerina leads a revolt against an evil, grey-hued fashion dictator - yes, really!
I am, of course, the pink-tutu-clad rebel - because, honestly, why wear anything else?
Pink Power on Planet Earth
And speaking of pink, let’s talk about my very favorite planet, this gorgeous green and blue world you lovely people call Earth! I just have to say, the humans on Earth are really getting the hang of the whole tutu thing. This week, I attended the most beautiful ballet performance at the Royal Opera House in London - the company really embraced the power of pink, with tutus of every shade imaginable gracing the stage! It’s wonderful to see a community of dancers embracing bold colours and celebrating the beauty of a good old-fashioned twirl.
This Wednesday night, November 30th, there are several amazing ballet performances happening all over the planet. For the London lot, you can see "Giselle" at the Royal Opera House! "Giselle" is a classic for a reason - beautiful, emotive and totally romantic, and there's really nothing like a classic romantic story. I saw a show in the West End too that I'd recommend - “The Royal Ballet.” They do have a whole program in January of incredible ballets! Check out what’s going on at Covent Garden too - “Romeo and Juliet”.
There’s some really inspiring shows all across the UK! My advice? Look for what is in your local theatre - or try searching for the best shows online and buy a ticket! There are many smaller productions of course, so explore them all.
The great thing about dance is it comes in many shapes and forms - and if ballet is your thing then there are many genres you can find and love. Check out “A Ballet and Beyond,” a performance for ballet lovers who love all things creative and have a taste for adventure! “New Adventures: The Shows.” The Shows are in London this December!
But wait! There’s more. The fabulous Royal Opera House also features live shows streamed online! The whole program is filled with the most famous of all ballet shows. This is just perfect for the budding ballerina who doesn’t have a local opera house and enjoys dancing.
Of course, there are amazing ballets and dance companies to see all over the planet, and you should search for something near you. Dance comes in so many different styles, there will be something for everyone! You’ll discover shows to fill you with inspiration. If you're in a dancing mood, look up what’s near you. Or maybe buy some tickets and travel to another country to watch a show?
And of course, no ballet fanatic worth their salt should be without a shopping spree. The best place to find the perfect tutu in the universe? My absolute favourite shopping haunt: “La Boutique des Ballerines” on the glittering moonlit streets of New Luna! The tutus are out-of-this-world amazing. I particularly recommend their collection of galaxy-print tutus and their shimmering nebulae-inspired fabrics. But there are also gorgeous fabrics you can find at stores closer to Earth - “Dancers Delight,” "Dance Supplies," and “Ballerina Boutique,” among others - they’re perfect for adding a bit of sparkle to your wardrobe. I even recommend heading into your local ballet shop - a great little place that stocks amazing dancing gear.
The Power of Pink
My lovely Earthling readers, remember that the most important thing about dancing and wearing pink tutus? To wear whatever you feel makes you amazing and full of joy! I am here to spread the message of love, inclusivity, and the unyielding power of a perfect pink tutu - for every body and for every soul in the universe!
That's all for this week, darlings! Don't forget to share your ballet adventures with me on social media - you know, on my Pink Tutu World channel! Don’t be shy - if you wear pink you are always welcome to share.
Remember, my loves, even the most fabulous stars were once just cosmic dust, waiting for someone to see their shine! Keep twirling and dreaming, and I'll catch you next week on my blog for another celestial ballet adventure!
Stay twirly and keep shining, darlings!
Emma xo
