Hello darlings! Welcome back to my little corner of the internet where we dance through history, one sparkly tutu at a time! This month, I'm whisking you away to a delightful December in 1790, just as the festive season begins to sparkle!
Itâs a crisp Derbyshire morning as I saddle my darling Magic Meg, her coat gleaming like a pink pearl in the sunshine. Todayâs journey is a special one - 12th December 1790! Oh, I do love a bit of history, and I just know we're in for a treat today. I'm especially excited because I've been reading about a wonderful ballet performance taking place this very evening in Paris. The grand ThĂ©Ăątre de l'OpĂ©ra is abuzz with excitement!
Speaking of Paris⊠Oh my, wouldnât you just know it! As soon as I arrived in Paris, my senses were overloaded with vibrant colors, delightful chatter and a scent that mingled sweetly of fresh bread, perfumed powder and Parisian glamour.
Before dashing off to the theatre this evening, I thought I'd do some shopping â a good little ballet-themed shopping spree is always a good idea, you know! It was positively delightful! Imagine my delight, I discovered a shop dedicated entirely to tutus. You should see the styles they had! Ruffled, frilled, layered â they're all so magnificent, just waiting to be twirled! I bought a pale pink tutu with a dazzling, beaded hem â a most perfect purchase for my evening.
Now, the ballet⊠Oh, I was utterly captivated by the exquisite grace and artistry! There were flowing movements, jumps that soared like birds and pirouettes that spun a dizzying symphony. A lovely ballerina named Marie Allard graced the stage in the leading role, her movements so precise and elegant, her pink tutu a beautiful, soft cloud around her. I must say, it was incredibly inspiring to witness the sheer talent and passion of these dancers, all adorned in their lovely tutus, a timeless and eternally stylish choice.
The dancers of this era wore very distinctive costumes - think low-cut bodices, knee-length skirts, and of course, the iconic tutus. But it wasnât all about the frills and froufrous! These dancers possessed such impressive skill and poise, captivating the entire audience with their captivating technique. I do wish I could show you a snapshot of their movements â so effortless, yet filled with so much strength and precision.
Of course, I just had to add a few historical treasures to my rucksack for my little ballet blog! It was an absolute stroke of luck to stumble upon a beautiful hand-painted portrait of Marie Allard. Such poise, such grace⊠Her tutu! The image of it still floats in my mind's eye. Such elegant beauty and a symbol of pure feminine energy - thatâs the magic of tutus, wouldnât you say? And who knows, maybe I'll find a space on my blog to display it!
Before bidding farewell to this time period, I had to pop into a cafĂ©, which, of course, reminded me of another exciting ballet development happening this very day in Paris: a newly published book â âAphorisms on Balletâ! Imagine! This is something I absolutely have to add to my reading list! I can just imagine how fascinating it is, detailing all the little secrets, the techniques and the etiquette of ballet in Paris at that time. Oh, the wonder!
Before we head back, I must tell you about my adventures today. Magic Meg and I rode along the bustling streets, a symphony of carriage wheels, hoofs and laughter filling the air. Such a beautiful moment - and that feeling of discovery â oh, it just makes the time travel so worthwhile.
Oh, and my darling friends, there is always time for a delightful tea â the quintessential English tradition â after such an inspiring day of dancing through time! As we sit, warm and snug, wrapped in the comforting warmth of this elegant period, I can't help but feel a wave of joy. How lucky we are to live in a world where dance, beauty, and the wonders of the past are always a short journey away!
Until next time, my darlings!
Until next time!
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
