Hey there, fellow tutu-lovers! It's Emma, your friendly neighbourhood time-travelling ballerina, back with another post from www.pink-tutu.com. It's time for another whirl through history, and this month, I'm taking you all the way back to May 5th, 1711! Grab your pinkest tutu and your favourite cuppa – let's take a twirl through time!
My trusty steed, Magic Meg, a pink-sparkling Shire with golden hooves and a magnificent white mane and tail, was snorting with excitement this morning. Today's ballet adventure is all about a fascinating date in dance history.
Just picture it – the year is 1711. Wig-wearing gentlemen and ladies in elaborate gowns fill the London theatre. I bet they didn't even know what a tutu was yet! We'll get them there, one sparkly twirl at a time. 😉
But let's get down to business.
What was happening in the ballet world on May 5th, 1711?
Well, although there's no official ballet record on this specific day, imagine the flurry of excitement going on! This year saw the first production of a ballet-opera in England, "The Temple of Love". Imagine! 🎭 A musical and dance show, combining stories with beautiful ballet moves – such a thrilling event for ballet lovers of the time.
Time Travel Fashion Fix: Ballet Inspiration in 1711
Just because ballet hadn't fully taken off as we know it doesn't mean fashion wasn't exciting. The 1711 era was all about brocade, satin and lace, with high-heeled shoes. I’ve actually popped a lovely pair of satin slippers in my leather rucksack – I’ll try to incorporate them into one of my next performances for a touch of 18th-century flair! Think how gorgeous they'd look paired with a soft, pink tutu... 💕
A Little Peek Behind the Curtain:
Travelling through time is more than just pirouettes and sparkly horses, darlings! I've found a fantastic book in a dusty old library, full of interesting anecdotes about the early days of ballet. Turns out, even back then, people were passionate about dance!
The book tells the story of Louis XIV, a massive supporter of dance in France, even commissioning elaborate ballet performances in his court. He even starred in a few himself, which I find absolutely delightful! Can you imagine our very own Queen Elizabeth in a sparkly pink tutu? I'm not saying it'll happen... but I wouldn't mind a little royal inspiration! 😜
Let's Talk Pink Tutu's Worldwide Domination
Even though they hadn’t perfected the tutu in 1711, they sure were fashion-forward with those gowns, and you know I love a good outfit. I always make sure my own tutus have an extra dash of that vintage touch. It's all about elegance and timeless beauty, something these fashionistas really understood. And just think, if I were in their era, they'd definitely see the error of their ways. Everyone needs a pink tutu, after all. Pink, after all, is the ultimate symbol of joy and creativity, perfect for ballet.
*Coming Up Next… *
What a grand time we've had today! I just love uncovering the rich history of dance – it really makes me appreciate just how far it's come. Stay tuned next month for another exciting journey through the time-space continuum! Until then, don't forget to rock those pink tutus, and don't forget to subscribe to www.pink-tutu.com – your one-stop shop for all things pink, sparkly and twirly!
Love,
Emma 💖
