Hello darlings! It's your favourite pink-loving ballerina, Emma, back with another delightful jaunt through time. This month, Magic Meg, my sparkly Shire steed with golden hooves, has galloped us right into the glorious 10th of October 1990. Oh my, what a delightful date to explore! The world of ballet was buzzing with excitement.
Paris: A Touch of Genius at the Opéra Garnier
We landed, quite literally, in Paris at the majestic Opéra Garnier, where the scent of champagne and jasmine was thick in the air. That evening, the esteemed Paris Opera Ballet was staging the quintessential "La Sylphide," with the phenomenal Sylvie Guillem as the ethereal Sylph. I can only imagine how breathtaking it must have been! Imagine those pirouettes, that airy grace! Swoon!
London: A Triumph of Creativity
Back in London, the Royal Ballet were hosting a truly special event at the Royal Opera House. On this very day, a double bill of contemporary dance masterpieces was showcased. "The Two Sides of a Coin," by the ever-brilliant Kenneth MacMillan, paired with a world premiere by William Forsythe, "In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated," set to the glorious music of Thom Willems. How utterly thrilling to have been able to witness this! Such innovation, such artistry! It makes me long for more!
A Ballet-Loving Derbyshire Lass
My heart, though, remained rooted in Derbyshire. Oh, how I love my quaint little village! Here, I performed at a local charity fundraiser. This village hall, draped in bunting, was brimming with ballet lovers, each sporting their finest homemade tutus (which, thankfully, were not all pink...although there were quite a few!) The applause for the children's rendition of Swan Lake was earsplitting, filled with such pride and genuine emotion. Seeing the sparkle in the eyes of these young ballerinas reminds me of the power of dance, the way it can bring joy to hearts, young and old, anywhere in the world.
My Collection of Time-Travel Treasures
Back at my flat, filled with antique ballerina figurines and stacks of ballet books, I’m sorting through my latest treasures. From the Paris Opéra, I have a magnificent programme from the performance. This treasure will take pride of place in my ballet history collection. It has exquisite details about the artists, and an actual press photo of the glorious Sylvie Guillem. It’s already making me daydream about pirouettes!
My little rucksack is filled with more than just programmes, however. A crumpled flyer for the London event, with its elegant typeface and a striking image of a dancer mid-air, adds another dimension to my knowledge of ballet’s timeline. Even more intriguing is the handwritten programme from the Derbyshire village hall performance - a testament to the power of local ballet!
Keeping Ballet Fashion Fabulous!
I know what you're thinking: "But Emma, why a tutu in 1990?" And I say, "why not?" It is always the perfect attire for my time travels! The sheer, beautiful simplicity of a tutu makes it a timeless piece of fashion, regardless of the era. However, the pink of the 90s was slightly more pastel, less saturated than my usual vibrant pink! But never fear, dear readers, I shall adjust my pink palette to suit each century I visit!
Now, my dears, I must rush off to prepare for my next adventure! Where will my pink tutu take me next month? You'll just have to visit www.pink-tutu.com on the first of the month to discover!
Remember, keep your hearts open to the beauty and joy of dance. And who knows? Maybe one day you’ll even consider adding a dash of pink to your life – it is undeniably glamorous.
Until next time,
Your pink-tutu loving Emma!
