Post Number: 405
Helloooo my lovelies! 🩰 Emma here, your favourite pink-loving, tutu-wearing, ballet-obsessed gal, reporting live from...Barnet! Can you believe it? A whirlwind trip, fuelled by excitement, fuelled by the anticipation of the best ballet show, and fuelled by the absolute glee of a new tutu. 😉
Let's rewind, shall we? It all started with a cheeky tweet. A little birdy (the kind with feathered wings, not the twittering ones 🐦) let me know about a small, but incredible, ballet company performing in the heart of Barnet. I don't think I even needed to check the programme before booking those train tickets. Did you know they even have a ballet class after the show?! Of course, I signed up faster than a sugar plum fairy can pirouette.
The journey, however, was more scenic than anticipated. Imagine this: a beautiful summer day, bright sunshine dappling the Derbyshire fields, the wind whipping through my hair (yes, even with a gigantic pink bow on top, I'm that dramatic!), and the sound of galloping hooves… I'm not going to lie, I caught the train... but the local riding stables lent me their horse and carriage for the last stretch! Let's just say, I was making quite the entrance. 😉
Anyway, finally, after all that travelling, I made it to the heart of Barnet. Now, you may be thinking "Barnet? Where in the world is Barnet?". Well, it's nestled in the lovely North London countryside, and it's full of surprises, including its charming little theater, complete with red velvet seats and sparkling chandeliers. Talk about fairy tale!
Speaking of fairy tales... the ballet! My breath was taken away the moment the curtains rose. It was the story of a little dancer, set to the most beautiful music, with some amazing costumes, one of which happened to be, you guessed it... GREEN. 💚 A green tutu with sequins that shimmered under the lights like little stars. Honestly, it was love at first sight! I’m telling you, ladies, green was MADE for the stage! It looked simply regal. And my heart just did a little flip at the sheer brilliance of it all.
Now, about the tutu I wore. Because what’s a ballet performance without a fabulous ensemble? Obviously! Mine was a riot of pink and tulle, perfectly complimenting the vibrant stage, if I do say so myself! After all, pink goes with absolutely everything! It even matched the delicious raspberry macaron I devoured during intermission. 😉
Let's not forget about the after-class! As I told you, this amazing company offered a little warm-up and a mini ballet session right after the show. So of course, I was there, shoes in hand, eager to move my body and experience that feeling of pure joy ballet always brings. A whole room full of beautiful people, twirling and leaping. It felt truly magical. ✨
Now, I've been pondering this all day, and I think I’ve arrived at a decision… the world needs more green tutus! Yes, I know pink is my jam, my heart, my soul. But I'm always open to a splash of green on the stage! What do you think? Can you imagine everyone in green tutus? 💚
Tell me everything in the comments below! Until next time, keep your hearts dancing and your spirits high!
Yours, Emma xx 🩰💖
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