Oh darling, my dear ballet-loving buddies! Welcome back to Pink Tutu Time Travel, your one-stop shop for all things pink, frilly and historically fabulous! Today, I'm going to be whisking you back in time to a most magical date: March 3rd, 1676. Grab your favourite pair of pink ballet slippers, and get ready to twirl alongside me!
As ever, it was a magnificent morning here in Derbyshire. I felt the sun on my face, the crisp Derbyshire air swirling around my pink tutu. Magic Meg, my trusty pink-sparkling shire horse with golden hooves and a white mane and tail, pawed at the ground excitedly, clearly ready for another exciting trip back through time. With my leather rucksack slung across my back, ready to gather more incredible ballet treasures, we set off for the swirling mists of the past.
We arrived in a bustling London. I just adore London! Imagine a vibrant metropolis bustling with carriages and a joyous buzz of activity. Today's destination was The Theatre Royal Drury Lane, an important location for the ballet world. I was so excited!
Now, 1676 wasn't a typical year for full-fledged ballet as we know it today. Ballet was just beginning to gain a strong foothold in England. Back then, you wouldn't find full-length ballets but rather courtly dance spectacles and plays featuring dancing scenes. This, however, didn’t stop me from getting my pink-tutu-clad self into the spirit of things!
Imagine the excitement! The stage would have been filled with incredible artistry – dancers displaying elegance and virtuosity. Even if their routines were different to what we see today, it was a period of remarkable change, a foundation for the magnificent ballet art form we have now. I think it’s important to remember how far ballet has come and recognise those pioneering dancers and performers, you know? It makes you appreciate the extraordinary evolution of ballet.
Now, imagine this – during this particular era, dancing wasn’t just an art form, it was a language. These dancers didn't just move, they narrated tales, told stories and emotions with their feet and their gestures. Isn’t that fascinating? Today’s ballets are just a continuation of this language of storytelling. And just thinking about those early dances gives me the most extraordinary urge to dance, wouldn’t you agree?
So, there you have it - my visit to March 3rd, 1676, full of amazing stories about early English ballet. Oh, the amazing stories that hide in the folds of time! But here's the thing, darlings: It’s not all about historical facts and figures. It’s about the feeling of being present, feeling that energy, feeling those beautiful stories dance right in front of you. And let me tell you, feeling the vibrant energy of that time, well, it gave me the most amazing ballet inspiration for my next performance.
But before we move onto my fabulous performance, tell me: have you been back in time, and explored your favourite moments in ballet history? What were the costumes like? What music did they listen to? What are your ballet inspirations? Leave a comment below, darling! Share your time travel thoughts with me at www.pink-tutu.com. I would just love to hear from you!
Until next time, stay pink and twirl with all your heart!
Emma x
A pink tutu loving world
That is the mission statement of my pink tutu blog - spreading the love and happiness of a pink tutu in every single place across every single timeline. And that includes your own world! This month I’m giving away 10 custom-made pink tutus to readers. Each one will be created especially for the winner and they will be delivered with all the appropriate pink accessories to truly give a new level of joy to those chosen readers’ lives! If you wish to win a free custom pink tutu then simply tell me why you would like to win one.
To get your entries in simply email www.pink-tutu.com - be quick, I’ve had so many entries already this month! Now onto a sneak peek at what’s on in the world of ballet this month. I’ve got three wonderful dates to share with you. First up we’ve got ‘Swan Lake’, playing at the Royal Opera House in London!
For a fabulous night out, you can’t go wrong with a wonderful, beautifully performed classic! If you’re in Derbyshire like myself then ‘Giselle’ is on at the Derby Theatre next weekend! A superb production by the Ballet Theatre UK, it will leave you mesmerized.
Of course, the final entry on my dance-inspired must-see list is for something completely different. Don’t miss the dazzling contemporary ‘Urban Ballet’ show that is playing across the UK this month. So full of energy, fun and dance.
The amazing thing about dance is there is a type of show for everyone. If you have a moment, take a trip out, and treat yourself to an evening with some magical dance moves and enjoy! You won't be disappointed! I promise.
Until next time, stay sparkly and fabulous, Emma x
