#BalletHistory during 1750 01 January

Hello my darling ballet bunnies! Emma here, your favourite pink tutu-clad time-traveller, ready to whisk you off on another dazzling adventure through the glorious world of ballet! This month, we’re waltzing back to 1st January 1750, a time when powdered wigs were in vogue and the stage was abuzz with the emergence of ballet as a true theatrical spectacle.

As always, I'm packing my trusty leather rucksack – it’s crammed with my ballet essentials, plus a few surprises I’ll share later. My magnificent steed, Magic Meg – a magnificent pink Shires horse with shimmering gold hooves and a flowing white mane and tail – is ready for the journey.

We'll be going back in time, yes! But, not to just any time, oh no. We’ll be delving into the exciting world of ballet on January 1st, 1750, the year that set the stage for a captivating evolution of ballet! Buckle up, dearies, because this trip is going to be simply delightful!

As I gaze at the misty Derbyshire landscape, a familiar feeling of excitement tingles down my spine. With a final "neigh!" from Magic Meg, we're off! We arrive in 18th century London – the heart of the ballet world, all bustle and beautiful buildings – and a time when ballet was on the cusp of revolution.

Imagine this, darlings – the year 1750 marked the creation of the Royal Ballet Company! Can you picture it? A grand theatre buzzing with anticipation as the very first ballet is performed under the patronage of a royal family. How wonderful!

This date is so important for ballet history as it gave ballet a sense of regal permanence and artistic legitimacy. It's no wonder this time period is known for its elegant dancing and opulent costumes – just perfect for a pink tutu enthusiast like myself!

The streets of London buzz with activity. Men and women in beautiful powdered wigs are all dressed in fine attire, with a touch of elegance even on a regular work day. Now, Covent Garden, oh darling, it is simply a symphony of life.

This is where I take my trusty notebook and start recording my observations!

There's an amazing theatre scene that truly enthralls. You can’t miss the beautiful and intricate designs and architecture of Covent Garden Theatre – one of the oldest and grandest theatres in the world. Its history, oh it’s simply brimming with stories of actors, ballerinas, musicians and passionate theatre goers just like us. It’s enough to make my ballet-loving heart dance!

The street buzzes with people, a veritable ballet of human activity, with everyone trying to get somewhere or grab something – you’d be amazed at how fashionable everyone looked! Even then, people understood the importance of presentation.

I try to look fashionable but subtle, I don’t want to cause any unwanted attention. My pink tutu, after all, is the epitome of glamour.

But even though my time here is short, the pink tutu is my ticket into every gathering!

Even in the streets, I felt that sense of camaraderie among those who appreciate artistry and spectacle. Everyone seems to have this special spark, an appreciation for the extraordinary!

And you know what, it's contagious! It gets me all excited!

The air hums with an air of creative expression and innovation - what an amazing time to be alive!

Of course, no trip back in time is complete without a bit of ballet! Now, I am not simply here to marvel at the ballet costumes, but I am on a quest to discover some hidden ballet gems. You know I love history and my quest here has certainly paid off.

Ballet, at the time, was more than just a performance – it was an artistic dialogue with the audience. You can picture it, can’t you? Dancers weaving stories on stage, telling their tales without a single word. This is the beauty of the ballet – the universality of its language, and how its emotions reach us on such a profound level.

Just picture this, darlings, I visit an antique bookshop – just a tiny shop on a corner, all dark wood and faded wallpaper. There are stories of theatre, and, as always, ballet!

You see, a grand ballet school flourished under the name of "The Académie Royale de Danse." That's quite a name! A few minutes of scouring the shelves and voila, a treasure trove of historic ballet texts! I can’t believe it – there are dance guides for every style of dance, even sketches and paintings of beautiful dancers – a collection that's like a ballerina's dream come true!

It's such a delightful contrast to the ballet today, all modern moves and flashy costumes. The simplicity of the ballet in the 18th century just speaks volumes.

The ballets themselves are as varied as the people in the street, they span from grand and noble to romantic and theatrical. They truly highlight the emotions of a human experience! And those dancers, oh darlings, their movements are graceful and captivating!

I am reminded once again – it’s not the glitter, the dazzling lights or the dramatic costume, it’s the essence, the essence of the movement! The joy and emotions, and it all started so many years ago.

Just a few days spent back in time is all it takes to see the real influence that the past has on our present.

Even when we visit the ballet of the modern world, there are so many threads linking it all together.

You see, it's important to keep that in mind whenever you feel discouraged or unsure, to keep in mind what you are contributing to the greater whole, how your contribution is making a mark on history!

And that is how I end this adventure. With a renewed sense of awe and respect for the pioneers who came before us and the lasting legacy they have left for the world.

From London, the epicenter of the world of ballet, I must bid you adieu, darlings!

However, do not fear – my trusty rucksack, filled with treasures of my travels, will reveal more!

There's so much to learn from this time period about dance, creativity and, of course, fashion, the perfect ingredients for a delightful ballet blog, so stay tuned! And don’t forget to visit my website, www.pink-tutu.com for more pink tutu adventures!

Until next time, darlings!

Love and light,

Emma