Hello darlings! It’s Emma here, bringing you another burst of pink from the fabulous world of ballet. Today’s adventures have been, well, let’s just say magical!
The train journey from my little Derbyshire home was the perfect start to a glamorous day. The gentle rocking of the carriage is a bit like a rhythmic sequence, all elegant swoops and swaying motions, you know? Especially when it’s paired with a book about dance and a cheeky packet of pink marshmallows. It was so peaceful. And the best bit? A lovely couple let me have their window seat. They'd spotted my Tutu bag, you see - can't hide that pretty pink! They looked a little unsure, maybe worried that I'd be prancing about the carriage, but I just flashed them a big smile and said, "Well, wouldn't you love to wear a tutu?" and their faces lit up like fireworks. That's the thing about tutus – they instantly transform you! They are pure joy and the perfect conversation starter!
Speaking of conversations, I was chatting with another tutu-fan on the platform at Paddington - a delightful lady who reminded me to always twirl with confidence, and that ballet should be as much about enjoying yourself as being perfect. (I am really aiming for those splits this week though, just for a little bit of a challenge!)
I arrived in Hammersmith ready for a double whammy of excitement. First, a ballet class at the gorgeous Pineapple Dance Studios. Now, these guys really know their stuff - not that I'm ever going to say I’m a total beginner. They’re so welcoming though, like stepping into a ballet dream, a big warm hug. Even the studio itself is pretty enough for an Instagram photo-op.
But the real highlight of the day, and oh, how I love this part… was the incredible Italian ballet company performing at the Lyric theatre! They have this extraordinary blend of precision and freedom – it's like they float effortlessly and spin with pure artistry. My favourite part, and I just had to snap a quick photo (it's in the slideshow below), was the way the ballerina’s arms flowed during a graceful grand jeté – a real tour-de-force, as they say! I’m still trying to replicate that move at home - it requires a whole lot more work and definitely not as graceful at present, but hey, Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither will my perfect ballet routine!
The Italians used these incredible costumes, too – feathers, shimmering fabrics, and some very vibrant colours. You’ve probably heard it said that everything’s more fabulous in Italy - and when it comes to dance and design, they’re not wrong! The tutu design was particularly inspiring! It's a whole thing! There are even "tutu specialists," you know? Like you have a hat specialist or a shoe specialist - these magical creatures bring life to those tutus - it's like having a magic wand. My pink one has a special place in my heart (naturally!).
But what did I love most about this experience? Well, let's just say I had the urge to jump on stage and join the performance - you can never quite help yourself when surrounded by beautiful artistry and magic, can you?
Oh, but speaking of magical, have you heard about that new show? "The Enchanting Ballet World" - whispers - it features a giant, feathered tutu! Think "The Nutcracker" meets "Dancing with the Stars." Oh, my! My travel plans are already set - this tutu fan has gotta be in the front row for that one! I may even wear a pink one myself!
Until next time, darling tutus!
P.S. Don't forget, share your dance adventures with me on pink-tutu.com. Let's get everyone wearing tutus and spread the joy of ballet!
Emma xx
Slideshow:
- A picture of Emma's Tutu bag
- Emma wearing her pink Tutu at a ballet class
- Emma posing in front of the Lyric Theatre
- A photo of the grand jeté from the performance
P.P.S. I found some fabulous vintage pink tutu shops online. Don’t tell my secret but shhhh…. my next tutu is going to be pink AND sparkly!. Stay tuned.
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