Welcome, dear readers, to post #1542 of Pink Tutu Travels! I'm your friendly neighbourhood ballerina, Emma, and this month we're taking a little trip through time to 1789, June 6th - the day the Bastille fell! It's such a pivotal moment in history and I can't wait to see what's going on in the world of ballet on this dramatic day.
As usual, I'm packing my pink tutu, my trusty leather rucksack (filled with sparkly ballet treasures, naturally!), and of course, my favourite steed - Magic Meg, my pink sparkling shire horse with the golden hooves and glorious white mane and tail. Meg's already pawing the ground with anticipation - she's just as excited about time travel as I am!
Before we go, let's remember what's going on in the world. 1789 - a year of revolutions and upheaval! We're right in the thick of the French Revolution, and things are about to get quite interesting. Can you imagine how the dancers must be feeling? I bet their tutus are fluttering with excitement... or maybe fear! I just hope we don't get caught up in any crossfire.
Speaking of tutus, remember how I said I wanted everyone to wear one? Well, 1789 fashion is all about layers and elegance, with a dash of the romantic. This period boasts long, flowing gowns with frills and lace. I can see the inspiration for ballet's classical tutus being drawn from these garments - airy and delicate, the very embodiment of movement and grace.
As I saddle up on Meg, we make the jump - Whoosh! We're in Paris, 1789, June 6th. I’ve never felt so alive! The air buzzes with a mix of nervous anticipation and buzzing energy. It's a heady mix of the old and the new.
But amidst the revolution, there's ballet. We need to check out the Salle du Théâtre du Palais-Royal. It’s a magnificent venue where some of the greatest choreographers of the era presented their works. Can you imagine the glamour? The beautiful costumes? The powerful storytelling? I can't wait to take in a performance!
Sadly, our journey must be brief. But I'll be back next month, my dear readers, with more fascinating stories from the world of ballet history. And don't forget to keep those pink tutus on!
Till next time!
Love,
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
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