Hello, my dearest tutu-loving friends! It’s Emma here, ready to whisk you away on another magical journey through time. This month, I've decided to take a little trip back to 1940, on the 2nd of February - Valentine's Day, no less! A most romantic occasion to enjoy a captivating ballet performance.
I had my lovely pink tulle tutu ready, feeling as fabulous as always, with Magic Meg ready to transport us through time. Magic Meg, my shire horse with her sparkling pink coat, white mane and tail and golden hooves, is always eager for adventure. Her hooves touched down softly in a London courtyard. As always, I brought my trusty leather rucksack - you never know what incredible ballet stories you might find!
Walking down the street, I could feel the energy of the time period. The world was in a bit of a whirlwind, as you might know. However, people still made time for the arts and loved a good ballet performance. I peeked into a quaint bookshop to find that there were already mentions of "Ballet" in popular publications, so it definitely felt relevant.
Our goal for this visit? The beautiful ballet, "Giselle"! Now, you may already know this story. But in 1940, there was a premiere of "Giselle" at Covent Garden by the Sadler's Wells Ballet, directed by Ninette de Valois! Just imagining those elegant costumes and incredible dancing gives me goosebumps. I felt compelled to attend! I think it was a fantastic Valentine's Day date back then, wouldn't you agree?
But let’s not forget that back in 1940, there was a whole world of ballet to experience! From the US to Europe and beyond, the dance world was busy creating breathtaking performances. Imagine this, in America, the School of American Ballet, under the tutelage of the iconic George Balanchine, was making waves! Just imagine, learning under Balanchine! And the French choreographer Serge Lifar had made quite the impact in Paris with the Ballet Russes. Those dancers and choreographers really set the standard.
Feeling so inspired, I found myself in the company of some wonderfully passionate dancers at Covent Garden. You could tell, they had dedicated their lives to the art of ballet, putting their heart and soul into their performance!
Back then, ballet had its own special style – a bit more traditional with graceful lines, focused on poise and precise movements. Yet even in the midst of challenging times, the beauty of ballet shone through, and it felt like an escape from the realities of the world, just like it does today!
My trip to 1940 was so fulfilling. I collected snippets of information from vintage magazines, posters, even theatre tickets for my ballet memorabilia. Who knows, maybe one day they’ll be a part of a special exhibition for the history of ballet! And naturally, I wore my pink tulle tutu – the ultimate tribute to the dance. I can’t imagine a more fabulous fashion statement.
Now, remember my mission? To get everyone wearing pink tutus. This time, I encouraged some young ballet hopefuls to embrace the magic of a pink tutu. Their enthusiasm and bright eyes were contagious! Maybe, one day, I'll return and find one of them dazzling on a London stage in their very own pink tutu! Wouldn't that be amazing?
So my dears, as we say goodbye to 1940 for now, remember that the world of ballet is always a wondrous place full of passion, beauty, and history. Just remember that the most beautiful thing in ballet, like everything in life, is the power of self-expression! So dance your heart out, and never be afraid to wear that pink tutu! And don’t forget to check back for another adventure on www.pink-tutu.com!
Until next time, happy dancing!
