Hello, darling dears! It's your favourite pink-tutu-clad time traveller, Emma, here! Welcome back to www.pink-tutu.com! This month, I'm whisking us back to the enchanting year of 1872 - oh, what a delightful era for dance! And wouldn't you know it, my beautiful Magic Meg has whisked us straight into June 6th. Today, dear readers, is going to be an absolute treat!
Post #2538 - Pink Tutu Diaries
Now, where in the world did Meg gallop us today? Hold onto your tutus, darlings, because we're stepping into the very heart of Victorian London! You could practically smell the history - a blend of coal smoke and delicate perfume, with the gentle hum of carriages on cobbled streets adding a rhythm to the day. Imagine all the splendid sights to behold - grand houses with sparkling windows, bustling shops brimming with every imaginable creation, and, of course, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane!
Oh, what a thrill! It's absolutely bursting with creativity, and tonight they're presenting a triple-bill spectacular! There's La Fille du Régiment - the classic story of a girl raised by soldiers and, oh darling, those uniforms! - the dramatic Sylvia with its vibrant choreography, and for a touch of romantic charm, a ballet version of The Rose - the musicality of it all! You can just picture those beautiful Victorian ladies swathed in elegant silks and feathers, their eyes fixed upon the swirling, expressive dancers!
This isn't all that's in bloom in the world of ballet though, dear readers! Right across the channel, in Paris, a different sort of dance is catching the eyes of the discerning public! The Opera Ballet has taken its cue from Russia, and their current production, The Source, has captivated critics and audiences alike. A whirlwind of oriental charm and fantastical sets, it's like nothing you've ever seen before!
Of course, even amidst these dramatic and fantastical tales, we've found ourselves a quaint little gem right here in the UK - in the beautiful village of Derby, Derbyshire. You can just picture the sweet little cottages with rose bushes tumbling down their walls, can't you?
Now, I mustn't reveal all our secrets. But oh, what a thrill! This very day, right here in our little corner of the world, is a grand opening of sorts! Yes, it seems our Derbyshire ballet school is launching its first ever performance - A Midsummer Night's Dream no less! Just imagine, the youngest ballerinas taking their first, graceful steps, their pink tutus shimmering under the stage lights. How perfectly enchanting!
The passion for dance simply burns brightly, doesn't it? Even within these traditional ballet scenes, the energy of the Victorian era crackles! The intricate beauty of the sets, the exquisite detail of the costumes, and the captivating tales told through movement! They speak to an artistry so precise and vibrant that I felt as though the very air vibrated with excitement!
And you know me, dears! With my trusty leather rucksack in tow, I’ve got to fill it with stories, costumes, and trinkets that remind us of this magical day. Imagine - maybe I’ll even have an opportunity to meet the young dancers and find a charming trinket, a souvenir that encapsulates this day!
Speaking of charming trinkets, darling dears, do you ever get a bit smitten with those incredible costumes of yesteryear? Those puffy sleeves and flouncy ruffles, all so perfectly poised on delicate bodies moving with grace. Just picture those lovely pink tutus worn in 1872. Perhaps, with my little fashion-fix for pink, we could introduce the world to these deliciously stylish looks all over again. Wouldn't it be a splendid dream?
We are in London today, of course, and this means, darling dears, shopping!* There's just so much inspiration to be found in the fashion of the day! Maybe even a pink tutu inspiration to bring back into my own wardrobe? We can see where the Victorians found their creative inspiration for those magical dance costumes. Think about it: velvet, satin, feathers, laces, and every single shade of pink imaginable. What a truly wonderful mix of styles!
The day is fast drawing to a close, dear dears, and my oh my, what a glorious day it’s been! As the carriage carries me through the darkening streets of London, the glittering windows of the grand shops still echo in my mind. So, be sure to join me next month for another adventure into the vibrant history of dance - you can trust me to keep those tutus twirling and those shoes dancing, right here on www.pink-tutu.com.
Until next time, darling dears, keep those tutus twirling and spread a little pink magic throughout the world!
Yours truly,
Emma
