"Bonjour, mon cheries!"
Welcome to the 1539th edition of my pink-tutu time travels! I'm Emma, your fellow ballet enthusiast, and I'm so excited to take you all on another thrilling journey through the wonderful world of ballet.
This month, we're dipping our toes (en pointe, of course!) into the year 1789, and the 3rd of March. It's a time of incredible change, a revolution in France, but a glorious time for ballet, trust me. As usual, I’ve popped my leather rucksack on my back, ready to collect stories and perhaps a few extra vintage ballet ribbons… I simply can’t resist a pretty embellishment!
Magic Meg's Magical Gallop Through Time
Magic Meg, my trusty pink shire with sparkling hooves and mane the colour of sunshine, pawed the ground impatiently. I patted her velvety pink nose. "Calm yourself, darling, we're just about to go on a dazzling ballet adventure!” She snorted, flicked her magnificent tail, and in a flurry of pink, we vanished from Derbyshire, England, leaving only the scent of rose petals in the air.
Paris! Oh la la!
Our time travel brought us to Paris, the City of Lights, the birthplace of the ballet we all adore. Now, while the French Revolution might have been a little chaotic – heads were rolling! – ballet continued to enchant.
This day, I imagined the incredible stories bubbling backstage at the Opèra de Paris, a ballet haven! What a joy to glimpse the iconic ballerinas, all graceful in their intricate costumes. Imagine, being part of their world. Just think – perhaps this very date a beautiful pas de deux was being perfected by Marie Allard, a name whispered in ballet history, whose moves were lauded by even the most jaded critics! Oh, to witness those fluid, captivating steps and experience the awe of an audience enchanted by this beautiful art form.
I just knew, somewhere in the city, someone would be dreaming of taking their first plié!
Beyond Paris:
Time travel means not being limited to just one destination! Let’s flit across the ocean, imagine ourselves in London's beautiful Royal Opera House. The English ballerinas must have been busy in the 18th century, adding to the repertoire and adding to the richness of dance with their own unique flavour.
A Tutu Fit for a Queen
Oh! And speaking of royalty – Did you know the 18th century had the most fabulous fashions? Think layered petticoats, flowing skirts and elegant, lace-trimmed bodices. Just picture me whirling through a London ballroom in a luscious pink tulle skirt, paired with a delicate bodice. (No! This pink tutu is going nowhere, even if it is a bit... 'out of place'!) You can imagine the envy in the ladies' eyes! Oh, my tutu just fits in perfectly anywhere. You don't need a time machine, it brings the past to you, a flash of color, a sprinkle of magic.
Modern Musings
The ballet world never sleeps, of course! This year, a modern masterpiece I am eagerly awaiting is "Swan Lake" I simply can't resist the beautiful music, and the graceful swans. Do you ever imagine being that graceful, that effortlessly elegant, floating on pointe with a tutu flowing around you, a vision in perfect white?
So, darlings, take a spin and remember the power of ballet, the sheer beauty and elegance of this incredible art form.
This year, why not try wearing a pink tutu! A dash of colour to brighten your world? It's an outfit fit for time travelling and maybe, just maybe, the start of a fabulous ballet journey for you!
Until next time, keep your tutus flowing!
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
P.S. - What are your favourite ballet moments in history? What did I miss? I want to know your favourite stories and discoveries. Don't forget to leave a comment below and share your passion with other tutu enthusiasts!
