#PinkTutuPrague Ballet in Prague 2020-05-27

Hello my darling tutu-lovers! It's Wednesday, which means it's time for another Pink Tutu Prague adventure! As always, I'm absolutely buzzing with excitement to share all the glorious details of my latest whirlwind trip, this time to the enchanting city of Prague.

Oh, the sheer beauty of this place! The cobbled streets, the gothic architecture, the delicious smell of cinnamon pastries wafting from every corner... it's like a fairytale come to life! And the best part? The incredible ballet scene. You know I adore ballet – it’s truly my heart and soul, and Prague just blew me away with its rich ballet history and its vibrant, contemporary productions.

Before I get into the details of my fabulous ballet finds, let’s talk about how I got here, because let’s face it, part of the fun of a trip is the journey! I packed my most sparkly tutu, grabbed my trusty travel case overflowing with pink ribbons, and hopped onto a train in Derbyshire – my heart filled with anticipation. The journey was picture perfect, rolling through rolling green hills and past charming villages. Even the train itself was an absolute delight with its plush velvet seats and perfectly formed windows that gave me breathtaking views.

The journey itself is just one reason I’m so grateful to live in England – the UK is perfect for discovering yourself by train. You’ve got every beautiful town and city connected with sleek efficient rail travel, so it’s incredibly easy to plan the most exciting weekend away, and even if it’s only 2 or 3 hours by train, it truly makes the whole trip magical. The train is actually the perfect opportunity to catch up on my reading – the latest on tutu history or that latest ballet biography. Speaking of ballet, let’s get to the most exciting part of my trip.

As soon as I arrived in Prague, I was struck by the undeniable love for ballet in the air! Even the local café I stumbled upon had pictures of dancers in elegant tutus and even played beautiful ballet music throughout the day – you could almost feel the energy emanating from the city. You wouldn’t believe what an amazing treat I had for lunch! I treated myself to an entire pot of delicious pink raspberry macarons! (If you are ever in Prague, you must get one of these amazing little treats – they are seriously good!)

Before taking in a performance, I absolutely had to immerse myself in the history of Prague’s ballet legacy! My explorations took me to the magical National Theatre. Honestly, the National Theatre is a breathtaking landmark! Imagine a stunning building adorned with statues of the muses and an impressive facade depicting scenes from famous operas and plays! It’s as if this grand old lady has so many stories to tell! This is where many Czech ballet masterpieces premiered over the centuries. As I stood there, picturing the grandeur of these legendary performances, I just had to find out more about their most famous dancer: Hana Hanáková. The elegant elegance and expressive grace of the ballet great had to be celebrated, right?! (I even got a shot in front of the National Theatre wearing a bright pink tutu… which was an absolute must!)

Prague’s beautiful, historical centre is simply overflowing with ballet magic. You see dancers rehearsing in studios tucked away in hidden courtyards, groups of students perfecting pirouettes on bustling cobbled streets. Every corner has its own unique tale – I was totally enchanted!

And now, for the highlight of my Prague Ballet journey: a magical performance at the stunning Estates Theatre! My dear tutu-loving readers, imagine a theatre built in 1783 by the royal court and holding a prestigious history spanning over 200 years… then imagine it bursting with beauty and elegance. And this theatre had so many stories to tell! A history of world-class opera, musical, ballet performances – even a legendary production of Mozart's 'Don Giovanni' – this space is rich with heritage! And for the grand finale, they were hosting a delightful rendition of “La Sylphide” – one of my favourite ballet stories! It was absolutely breathtaking – all grace and fluidity, all those delicate movements. It was like watching magic unfold in front of me! I swear, the energy of the performance transported me directly into a storybook – the elegant dancers were a pure delight to behold. The exquisite costumes… I was simply in awe! I really loved how the choreography focused on capturing the romantic energy of the story. And the vibrant set design…it was almost as if I was right there on that fairytale stage. I practically fell head over heels! This was ballet perfection at its best!

What is a trip without a bit of fashion therapy, right? So naturally, after that divine ballet performance, I embarked on a charming shopping spree – I’m nothing if not a stylish tutu-wearing ballerina! Prague’s shops have something for everyone and I simply could not resist taking a look.

Honestly, my heart skips a beat when I’m on a hunt for some pink goodness. You can truly find treasures just waiting to be discovered and for a ballerina like me, there is no better accessory than a delicate pink tutu to add that sprinkle of magical wonder to any outfit. My tutu hunting trip took me to a delightful little vintage boutique nestled down a charming side street where I was lucky enough to find the most gorgeous pink tulle and lace ribbon! I think this is my favourite purchase, as the vintage lace would be so cute tied in my hair when I'm dancing.

Speaking of dance, a must for any ballerina in Prague is a stop at the city’s famous shoe shop. Every shoe aficionado simply has to have their own pair of “Pink Tutu” inspired footwear, right? You can’t get enough glitz and glam when it comes to dance, and after a long day shopping and exploring this incredible city I thought I deserved a lovely little treat – so I walked into a little shoe shop that had an exquisite range of delicate ballerina flats and of course, there was the most magical pair of delicate pink ballerina flats… naturally, I simply had to take them home. And these dainty flats would be just perfect for wearing in my next ballet class back in Derbyshire. Oh, what will the other dancers think when they see me twirling into class in my bright pink tutus and new pair of pink flats?! Honestly, I can’t wait!

So, that's my whirlwind ballet adventure in Prague. This place really does have everything you could possibly want: beautiful buildings, enchanting streets, divine cafes, and an inspiring dance scene that’s bursting with history and creativity! The trip was absolutely incredible, and I have so many wonderful memories to cherish!

I’m already counting down the days until my next trip to Prague – who knows, maybe next time I’ll be going to a fabulous opera or trying some magical Bohemian music – I simply can’t wait to discover even more hidden gems and secrets! Until next time my darling readers – remember, the world needs a little bit of sparkle!

Oh, and don't forget, visit me on www.pink-tutu.com – and maybe join me for a twirl in your own pink tutu!

Love, Emma,

The Pink Tutu Ballerina xx

P.S. I am so excited to share some updates on my upcoming tutu collection – I’ll be unveiling a brand new limited edition collection called “Prague Rhapsody,” and there’s a few surprise twists to make this my most special collection yet! So, be sure to subscribe to my email list, follow me on social media and keep your eye out for my new website and the upcoming collection – all launching next week. You’re going to love it!