Hello darlings! It's your favourite pink-tutu clad time traveller, Emma, here with a December blog bursting with festive cheer and, of course, ballet history!
This month, my trusty steed Magic Meg, the most gorgeous pink shimmering Shire horse with a white mane and tail, took me all the way back to 2038 - what a year! It's simply incredible to think that so much time has passed, yet the world of ballet still feels so alive and fresh.
We landed in December, the air thick with the smell of pine needles and the twinkling of Christmas lights. The moment we stepped off Magic Meg, a chorus of carols wafted through the air. Just then, a street performance of "The Nutcracker" captured my eye - a group of dancers in beautiful, shimmery pink tutus - how very delightful!
Naturally, I couldn't resist a little shopping spree for some new festive outfits and to pick up some amazing historical ballet trinkets for my collection (it's rather overwhelming when you have centuries of beautiful ballet history to sift through!). My rucksack was full of amazing treasures - a ballet shoe from the early 2000s, a programme from a breathtaking production of Swan Lake in 2020, even a charming little music box with the theme from Giselle playing inside!
It was a real treat to explore the world of ballet in 2038. The energy was simply buzzing! There was so much happening in the ballet world - an exciting new contemporary piece "Urban Dreams" premiering in Paris, the renowned Bolshoi Ballet putting on a stunning rendition of Don Quixote in Moscow, and even a wonderful new ballet adaptation of a classic Jane Austen novel in London! How utterly fab!
Everywhere I went, I noticed the spark of ballet passion. It filled me with such delight, knowing that the art of dance still held such a strong place in the world, even all those years into the future.
However, I can't tell you all about what I saw - that's what my little time-travel blog is all about - the fun is in discovering these things for yourself. Now, back to 2038! The ballet world was truly alive in December - from innovative dance productions in theatres, street performances in every corner, to schools teaching children the grace and joy of movement. The community spirit surrounding ballet was infectious. It reminded me of the incredible magic of the art form and the power it holds to inspire.
Even back in Derbyshire, I'm planning to have a special "Christmas Nutcracker" party for my friends, where we'll enjoy a ballet-themed feast, a fancy dress competition (with a special prize for the most exquisite tutu!), and maybe even a little dance performance to bring out our inner ballerinas! It will be so much fun!
But the greatest thing about this trip? The stunning new styles! The ballet fashion in 2038 is positively phenomenal. It’s modern and fresh but with a timeless elegance – bold colour palettes, exquisite fabrics and dramatic silhouettes – but always with the signature feminine charm I adore. It truly gave me some fabulous inspiration for my own fashion choices! I even got my hands on the newest trend: sustainable ballet costumes! Isn’t that just brilliant?
You know me - I couldn't resist adding some 2038 flair to my own pink tutu wardrobe! The beautiful hand-painted tutus, the bold holographic leotards and the fabulous pink pointe shoes with light-up bows… I’m absolutely thrilled with my new purchases.
As usual, my biggest dream is to see everyone wearing a pink tutu! Every little girl and grown-up! Let's face it, they are the perfect fashion accessory, so utterly feminine and glamorous, making every wearer feel confident and strong, both on and off the dance floor. So let’s start a movement and take the pink tutu revolution worldwide!
And before I go, darlings, be sure to check out my upcoming performances! I'll be performing "Swan Lake" in Derbyshire for the festive season, then on to "The Nutcracker" in Nottingham in January, followed by my very first international tour to Paris with my own "Pink-Tutu Ballet Company"!
Until next time, darling friends! Remember, you’re all stars in your own right, so step into your own spotlight with confidence, elegance, and a little pink tutu magic. Don't forget to tell me about your ballet experiences - leave a comment below! I’d love to hear all about your ballerina dreams.
Emma xx
