Hello my darlings! Emma here, back with another thrilling installment of my Pink Tutu Time Travel adventures! This month, I've galloped on the back of Magic Meg, my beautiful pink sparkling Shire, to December 12th, 1847! I simply had to share this magnificent date with you because it's bursting with ballet magic.
And darling, do you know what? The world's looking incredibly pink today! This magnificent hue, a symbol of grace, femininity, and most importantly, ballet, seems to be taking centre stage across the globe. What a perfectly delightful way to start the day!
We’ve landed in a quaint English village this time, right in the heart of Derbyshire! The snow is falling softly, creating a whimsical white blanket over the rooftops. Magic Meg, looking resplendent in her pink coat, paws gently in the crisp white snow, letting out a soft neigh that echoes through the cobblestone streets. I’m just pulling on my pink knitted gloves, a touch of delicate embellishment for this snowy scene! My little pink pompom, nestled in my hair, matches the rosy hues on the rooftops and cheeks of the villagers – truly, a perfect festive ensemble.
Right from the get-go, December 12th, 1847, has been brimming with the most fascinating ballet happenings! Let’s delve into my rucksack and see what stories and treasures this day holds.
Ballet Delights Across the Globe:
Vienna, Austria: The famed Vienna Opera House was ablaze with the elegant waltz, the very heartbeat of Austrian ballet. It seems this is the date when they performed The Magic Flute by Mozart. A truly magical tale, set to Mozart's sublime melodies! You can just picture the shimmering chandeliers casting their light upon the waltzing couples, an epitome of pure romance.
Paris, France: Oh, darling, I'm absolutely charmed! Today marks the 54th birthday of the incomparable Madame Rose Chéri, a famed French ballerina. Madame Chéri was an epitome of grace, a queen of the stage, and her dancing has made quite the splash in the world of ballet. Imagine my excitement when I discovered this charming French cafe, nestled under a quaint Parisian roof, filled with patrons buzzing with news about Madame Chéri's performance earlier this evening. I swear, the entire city seems to be radiating in the aura of this ballet legend!
Milan, Italy: The Italian ballet world is buzzing with whispers of an enchanting new creation, La Fille Mal Gardée by Jean Dauberval. It seems this captivating tale of a young girl and her forbidden love, danced amidst vibrant peasant life, is about to be performed in Milan. Imagine the vibrant colors, the swirling costumes, and the powerful storytelling!
London, England: Speaking of enchanting storytelling, London’s Theatre Royal, Covent Garden, is preparing to premiere a delightful new production of La Fille Mal Gardée – the very same creation taking Italy by storm! Can you believe it, darlings? It's the perfect festive treat for the Londoners!
London's Theatre Scene is ALIVE with Ballet!
I simply cannot resist stepping into the bustling heart of London! Covent Garden, oh, the vibrant scene that greets my eyes. I’ve just left the Theatre Royal and can you believe this, darlings? There are whispers of a new ballet being performed tomorrow! My little pink shoes simply can't resist a ballet performance. La Fille Mal Gardée has such a romantic allure, and I'm completely captivated by the storyline. How lovely!
While in London, I also popped into a charming bookstore near Covent Garden, its walls filled with enchanting books about the art of ballet. They have such gorgeous illustrations of dancers en pointe, pirouetting with grace, and captivating the audience with every movement. Oh, I've simply got to acquire them all! They would look just perfect on the shelves in my darling pink study back home.
Pink Tutu Fashion Finds in London!
No trip is complete without some extravagant shopping, darling. Of course, my ultimate goal is to find the perfect pink tutu for my travels, you see. My mission? To ensure every ballerina has the most wonderful tutu in every era. Well, today, I am positively charmed by the fabric shop on the corner of Charing Cross Road. There’s silk as delicate as gossamer wings and satin as lustrous as a starlit sky. A plethora of the most captivating shades of pink. It simply shrilly screams for me to use it in my upcoming collection, oh! Imagine this – Emma's Pink Time Travelling Tutus – the very best, oh, darling, the very best for every era! I simply must get a headstart! I've already envisioned an adorable rose-pink tulle for my next visit to the Edwardian era! Imagine dancing on the stage, illuminated in a blush of light under those crystal chandeliers! My little pink heart beats with joy, simply knowing my collection will soon grow with a brand new masterpiece.
A Touch of the Magical: Meeting a Young Artist!
You wouldn’t believe this! Right outside the shop, I’ve bumped into a lovely young gentleman who claims to be a painter. And darling, do you know what he was doing? He was sketching! The perfect likeness of the ballerina on a nearby billboard! What an amazing artist. He confided in me that he’s been absolutely spellbound by the ballet. He dreams of traveling to France, to be immersed in the magical world of dance. He dreams of being inspired by The Magic Flute. How enchanting!
He spoke of the incredible power of the ballet, of how it moved him, made him weep and dance, touched him at his very soul. As we spoke, his face shone with a kind of passion that could rival the brilliance of the twinkling lights on London’s Regent Street. This darling gentleman – with a soul that yearns for dance, art, and creativity, he's what makes these journeys worthwhile, truly! It's so wonderful to discover kindred spirits, isn't it?
Sharing My Love of Pink and Ballet!
My heart has been warmed to the core by this entire journey! You see, dear readers, on December 12th, 1847, my heart swells with the sheer beauty and magic of the world's dance. Whether I'm immersed in the waltz of Vienna, charmed by a French ballerina’s legend, or enthralled by the Parisian performances, my spirit is forever inspired.
It is this inspiration that I hope to share with all of you, my darling readers!
Join me on this journey to embrace the grace and magic of ballet. And remember, there's no better way to express your own creativity, to shine, to simply sparkle, than with a pink tutu, oh! And if you can't embrace a full pink tutu in this current era, why not indulge in a tiny dash of it? Maybe a pretty pink accessory, a touch of shimmer, even a beautiful pink lipstick, darling. Every little detail matters, and let's add a splash of pink to our own lives!
I simply cannot wait to see you again next month for another time travel adventure. Stay radiant, stay twirling, stay pink!
And remember, visit www.pink-tutu.com to get caught up on all the past posts and discover what adventures my darling Pink Tutu world has in store! And remember, it's a new season coming soon, and that means a brand new Pink Tutu collection!
Yours ever so,
Emma x
