#TutuBlog 2003-03-04 in Bangor with a german tutu.

Hey my lovely tutu-lovers! Emma here, reporting live from the beautiful seaside town of Bangor in Wales. It's been a whirlwind week, but as always, my trusty pink tutu has been by my side through it all. Honestly, this thing is practically a third limb!

A Tutu-ful Train Journey

You know me - a girl loves her train journeys. There’s something so romantic about settling in with a good book (in my case, always something about ballet), a cup of tea, and the gentle chugging of the train wheels. This trip was especially delightful because, well, I decided to try out my new German-made tutu! Yes, it’s even more sparkly and flowy than my usual British beauties. I’m pretty sure every passer-by in the train station looked twice. I even managed to snag a photo of some giggling children, mesmerized by my tutu-tastic self, in my Insta story!

Bangor: Ballet in the Air

I’d heard about Bangor’s thriving dance scene, and I have to say, it exceeded all expectations. First off, they have this fantastic little independent shop called “Tutu and Twirl,” which practically sent me into a spin! Rows and rows of tutus, ribbons, shoes, and all the accessories a ballerina's heart could desire! My inner-child did a pirouette in delight, and I practically walked out of the store looking like a very happy ballerina butterfly.

Speaking of butterflies, I actually got to witness a performance at the Bangor Arts Centre, called "Butterflies and Ballerinas.” A stunning contemporary dance piece using original music. I even spied a couple of flamingos during the curtain call! Turns out they were part of a local wildlife charity fundraiser – and you know me, anything pink and feathered gets my attention!

Ballet for the People!

Afterwards, I bumped into the dance school’s director – a wonderfully cheerful woman named Lily – who, after I enthusiastically explained my “Make the World Wear Pink Tutues” mission, was keen to give me a guided tour. I even tried out one of their ballet classes – totally worth the slightly sweaty hair! It was truly inspiring to see their dedication to making dance accessible to everyone, no matter their age or experience. Their “Ballet for Beginners” class is an absolute dream come true. Imagine: an entire community bonding over the beautiful language of ballet. Don’t get me wrong, I still love my advanced technique classes back home in Derbyshire – nothing quite beats the joy of perfecting a grand jeté!

Wild Horses and Seagulls

Of course, no trip to Bangor would be complete without a walk by the sea! The wind whipped my tutu around me as I gazed at the vastness of the Irish Sea, feeling a sense of boundless energy and creative inspiration. The seagulls were making such a racket – those creatures really are characters, aren’t they? – But I couldn't resist trying a pirouette by the waves! There was even a wild horse that galloped by – they’re wild in Bangor – I think its tutu looked like it had a few tears, but still stunning!

Tutu-ful Memories

So, this lovely seaside town has definitely captured a piece of my heart, its combination of ballet, wildlife, and charming seaside atmosphere truly made this trip magical. And the German tutu? Let’s just say it became my new "best friend." I can’t wait to share its shimmer with the rest of the world.

See you next time, tutu-lovers! Keep your spirits high, dance your hearts out, and remember: the world looks better in pink tutus!

Yours in sparkly spins, Emma x

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