Hello lovelies! Emma here, back with another daily dose of pink-tutu-powered fun from the land of twirling, travelling, and…oh yes, the occasional wildlife encounter. Today I'm writing to you from the heart of Yorkshire, perched on a charming little bench in the beautiful Harrogate spa gardens. The air is fresh, the sun is shining (and not a drop of rain in sight – yay!), and even the squirrels seem to be enjoying the gorgeous spring weather!
It's been a whirlwind week of travel and dancing. After a thrilling train journey – you know how much I love a good train adventure – I found myself stepping off in this delightful town. My trip to Harrogate is all about ballet, as usual, but this time it’s something a bit special.
I'm not just here to catch a show – I'm actually taking a class! And not just any class. It's a special workshop on ballet street, a unique style that blends ballet technique with the exciting world of contemporary street dance. How amazing is that?! You guys know I adore blending ballet with other genres. Just picture it - those sharp movements and incredible energy with the grace and beauty of traditional ballet, all mixed together in one dazzling display. My inner ballerina just can’t contain her excitement!
Of course, I had to get myself in the mood for this amazing experience by packing a stunning, vibrantly orange tutu! You guys know I love a bright pop of color, and this tutu is just perfect for capturing that vibrant, energetic, street-dance vibe. It’s a real statement piece, and I’m going to be sure to snap lots of photos with my trusty ballerina friend (that’s my iPhone to you non-dancers!) so you can all see how wonderfully fabulous this tutu looks with my bright pink ballet shoes. The colour combination? Absolutely fabulous.
Anyway, before I go gushing about this magical piece of tutu-ed clothing any more, let's talk about why Harrogate is the perfect destination for a ballerina. The town has this wonderful, quaint and charming feel that makes you instantly relaxed. And what’s even better is its proximity to the stunning Yorkshire Dales. I managed to sneak away from my ballet workshop to explore a little, and found myself mesmerized by the rolling green hills and rugged beauty of the landscape. You guys just have to see the gorgeous photos on my Instagram. (That’s www.instagram.com/pinktutuemma, by the way. You guys have got to follow me!). I’m sure I'm not the only ballerina to find inspiration in the natural beauty of our planet! You know I am a total nature nut - you saw my post yesterday on that cute squirrel with a feather in his cheek, right? Well, this trip just proved my theory right - nature and ballet always make a beautiful partnership.
After my magical stroll through the Yorkshire Dales, I was lucky enough to see a little performance by the Northern Ballet, which happened to be taking place right here in Harrogate. Oh my word! You guys know I just love watching professionals! The grace, the emotion, the perfect blend of beauty and technical brilliance, it simply takes my breath away! And let’s not forget that absolutely incredible storytelling in a ballet performance. It is simply breathtaking how dancers use movement to communicate without saying a single word! My eyes welled up at some points. Such intense beauty and emotion! And did I mention that the theater had beautiful pink chandeliers, reminding me that a dash of pink is perfect for every situation?!
Speaking of pink, don't forget about my #PinkTutuMovement! This weekend is all about getting people dancing in pink tutus! We all know tutus are more than just garments; they’re expressions of passion, joy, and that irrepressible ballerina spirit inside all of us! Whether you’re a seasoned ballerina, a newbie taking your first steps, or even just want to strut your stuff in your favourite pink clothes - go for it! I even managed to recruit a sweet older lady in the local park to dance with me! The moment we twirled in unison under the pink, floral archway, I felt an immense surge of #PinkTutuJoy! It’s honestly so rewarding to share the joy of ballet with everyone.
Don’t forget you can follow all my adventures on my website: www.pink-tutu.com. I'll be sharing even more fun stuff there in the coming days, so make sure to stay tuned! Remember, life is all about a little sparkle and a whole lot of pink tutus!
Catch you tomorrow for more pink-tutu adventures! Lots of love, Emma xxx
