Oh my darlings, how fabulous are you all feeling today?! It's your fabulous friend Emma here, reporting from a sparkly little time-slip back in the year 2006. Let me tell you, my darlings, this one's a real feather in my fabulous feathered boa!
As we know, dear readers, we're all about celebrating the rich and glittery history of drag! It's time to grab your best pair of feather boas and a sprinkle of glitter - we're heading back to the glamorous year of 2006!
For the record, you just can't beat a twirl in my time travelling tutu! Now, as we whisk ourselves back to this particular date in December, the world of drag was fizzing with all the energy and creativity you'd expect. Remember, it was the time of the mighty "RuPaul's Drag Race"!
We're all here because of the Queen, darlings! Season 2 of this ground-breaking show was heating things up and giving a platform to the most dazzling queens from across the US. So imagine, my dears, the drama! The sass! The sheer artistry on display in those fierce challenges - a pure delight! This season gifted us icons like Raven, Tyra Sanchez, and Pandora Boxx - all going down in drag history books for their incredible talent!
Meanwhile, in the heart of London, there were always big happenings. Let's paint the town pink, shall we? The legendary "Madame JoJo's" nightclub was already making waves, its doors open for all things flamboyant and fabulous. It was a must-visit, even for your time-traveling girl, even though this particular spot was still relatively young at this point! I'd be sipping on some gin and tonic with all the other delightful darlings, watching the most phenomenal talent London has to offer.
But don't just take my word for it, let's talk about the world stage! Did you know that the "International Drag Festival" in Montreal, Canada was already gaining momentum and recognition as a truly important platform for drag performers around the globe? It's always an incredible celebration of the beauty, creativity and, yes, let's say it, the utter bravery that goes into every single performance! I hear it was a real extravaganza back then, with acts like the divine Rhea Litre and the captivating Maddy Morphosis! Oh, what I would give to witness their brilliance with my own two eyes!
And speaking of Montreal, another gem - The "Cabaret Mado", also in Montreal, Canada - was a true beacon of hope for all things queer and vibrant! My dear, it was the birthplace of so many of Canada's most spectacular and acclaimed drag queens, and I just have to give it a shoutout! It was all about celebration, community and finding your own unique brand of fierce! And for me, well, it’s about spreading the word, bringing the pink tutu magic and spreading joy all across the globe, my darling!
Now, as a fellow performer and all things pink-loving, I'd be busy perfecting my moves and getting ready for my own show - after all, I've gotta fund those time-travel escapades somehow! Nothing quite matches that sense of empowerment and sheer delight as I'm under the stage lights. You know how it is, dearies!
One thing I truly cherish about 2006 was that incredible explosion of music that would have every drag queen rocking their fabulous feathered boas! It was a golden age for the queens of pop, think Kylie Minogue and her "X" album, Beyonce's debut with her first studio album "Dangerously In Love", and of course, Gwen Stefani going solo and dominating the charts with her pop hits! What an exciting time to be alive, even if it's for just a few moments through my magic tutu!
Now, you can’t have a proper drag history time travel blog without delving into the shops and the fashion, darlies. And I must tell you, oh it was fabulous! Back then, it was all about finding the most fantastic glitzy pieces at places like the "Forever 21" in New York or scouring the UK high streets for those amazing deals on platform shoes and vintage looks. Fashion then was a glorious combination of punk, rock n' roll, and all things shiny!
You’ve heard the story about my time-traveling tutu. I’m always hoping my travels can inspire those of you back home. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting to tap into your own fabulous potential, I encourage you all to join me in celebrating the art of drag! We are a community of fearless individuals, expressing ourselves with creativity and boldness, and spreading joy with every fabulous outfit and every shimmy and shake!
But remember, you don't need to have a time-traveling tutu to experience this incredible history. Grab your best friend, put on your favorite pair of heels, get out there and find your own space to twirl and shine, darling! Spread that pink tutu magic and keep those amazing vibes going!
And of course, keep your eyes glued to www.pink-tutu.com! I’ll be here every month with my fabulous time-traveling tutu, taking you through history! We’ve only just begun, my dearies! And who knows where we’ll find ourselves in our next post?! Until next time!
All my love,
Emma, the pink tutu time traveller!
