Hello darlings! It’s Emma here, your favourite pink tutu-clad time traveller, ready to whisk you away on another fabulous ballet adventure. Today we're stepping back to the 11th of November 1972, a date brimming with exciting ballet happenings! But before we dive into the details, let's give a big welcome to all the new subscribers who are joining me on this journey through ballet history! I'm so glad you're here, and I promise you're in for a real treat. You won't regret your decision!
As you know, I always love to bring a little sparkle to your week. So let's get those pink tutus ready, and hop on board with me as Magic Meg gallops through the swirling clouds towards 1972. My beloved steed - she's a vision, a shire horse with a shimmering coat that's a symphony of pink and gold, a mane and tail as white as fresh snow - is pawing impatiently, her golden hooves twinkling under the celestial glow. This journey, darlings, is going to be sensational!
Speaking of sensational, what’s in the world of ballet for 11th November 1972? The Bolshoi Ballet is bringing their exquisite performance of "Swan Lake" to the stage at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, while the New York City Ballet is dazzling audiences at Lincoln Center with George Balanchine's magical creation, "Symphony in C". Meanwhile, London's Royal Ballet is enrapturing the city with its performance of "The Sleeping Beauty" at the Royal Opera House. This night is brimming with balletic splendour, don't you think?
My leather rucksack is filled with the excitement of the time. Imagine - the world is still enthralled with the groundbreaking choreography of Balanchine and Martha Graham, the ballet fashion trends of the 1960s are morphing into the flowing styles of the '70s, and the thrill of contemporary ballet is rising! Oh, darling, my heart just flutters when I picture all those enchanting movements!
So, what was I wearing this trip, you ask? Well, I was simply glowing in a custom-designed, pastel-pink tulle tutu. It had layers and layers of softest tulle, cascading around my legs, adorned with iridescent sequins and silver sparkles that shimmered as brightly as my own pink-hued spirit. It was the epitome of Parisian chic and modern grace!
I decided on a soft ballet pink, which I paired with a white cotton crop top - I must admit, this time I really enjoyed the contrast of the crisp white with the airy pink! It was the perfect balance of sophistication and youthful zest, reflecting the joyous energy of 1972.
I had my lucky pink velvet shoes (you can never have too many pairs, darling, can you?) adorned with little diamante gems - perfect for dancing under the twinkling November stars, wouldn't you agree? And of course, my favourite pink ballet cardigan - a little touch of warmth and comfort, to round off my perfect ballet attire.
Now, I've just returned from the most splendid theatre performance! I'm giddy with delight! This ballet company is captivating – the dancers are incredible, graceful, strong and so elegant! You just have to see it, it’s like a fairytale unfolding before your very eyes! They are using music by Tchaikovsky, the way it blends so effortlessly with the movements is exquisite. I am writing down all these observations to add to my ballet notes, these insights will be such an invaluable treasure for my research on ballet history!
I did buy myself the cutest new pink headband and a pair of sparkling silver ballet flats with tiny bows. Can you believe it?! They will look lovely paired with my new pink cardigan, or a classic tutu of course. You see, finding vintage treasures like these is half the joy of my travels. It's about collecting those little fragments of ballet magic from throughout the centuries.
And what was my inspiration for today? Oh, let me tell you! 11th November 1972 marked a historic day in the world of dance. Can you guess what it was? A young, up-and-coming dancer was named principal at the Royal Ballet. This news was monumental – such a special moment, as it ushered in a new era for British ballet. Such ambition, talent, and beauty… I was thrilled for her! It was a truly unforgettable experience, a ballet memory I will never forget.
Now, I have a delightful idea brewing in my head for our next time travel. We will journey to a fascinating era, filled with stunning ballet stories – the era of romanticism and early classical ballet. Remember to bookmark this page to follow me as I travel to an unknown destination. Until then, don’t forget to check out www.pink-tutu.com for all my blog updates.
Remember, dear friends, every day is a reason to twirl in your pink tutu and live your life like it’s a grand ballet! And with each pirouette, each step we take, we are bringing a touch of magic to the world, one pink tutu at a time.
See you soon!
Emma xx
