Hello darlings! It’s your favourite tutu-loving ballerina Emma, here with a delightful story from my whirlwind trip to the most magical city I’ve ever seen… Berlin! Oh, Berlin, you’ve stolen my heart! 🥰
Now, I know what you’re thinking - “Berlin? Ballet? Isn’t that a bit… unconventional?” To which I say, hold your horses (or, if you’re like me, ride a steam train) – ballet can be found in the most unexpected places, and this adventure was definitely out of the ordinary.
But before we get to the ballet bits, let’s talk about Berlin itself. My dear friends, this city is like a kaleidoscope of history, art, and… well, frankly, just fabulousness! Imagine cobbled streets lined with historic buildings, buzzing with life, with street performers making the air sing, with the echoes of history in every corner. I can’t explain it, but there’s an incredible energy in this place, something magical in the very air you breathe!
The train journey there was just glorious, especially as I decided to embrace my inner royal and go for a fabulously flamboyant, pink tulle, tea-length dress for the journey. Imagine, my lovelies, a pink sea of flowing tulle against the backdrop of rolling hills and quaint German countryside! Honestly, it was pure enchantment. 🚂
Now, as I mentioned, this trip was about ballet – and I was determined to find the best ballet experience Berlin could offer. Thankfully, this turned out to be easier than finding a good spot for tea! Turns out, the Berliner Staatsoper Unter den Linden (just try saying that three times fast!) has an incredible reputation and a stunning performance schedule.
Of course, I had to do a proper investigation. I put on my most exquisite pink tutu and sashayed through the city, stopping in a delightful little bakery for a decadent cream puff and some black coffee before finding a perfect spot outside the Staatsoper, just to watch the crowd come in.
And the crowd – my dears, it was everything I hoped for! A fabulous, colourful array of people, all so obviously delighted to be heading to an evening of ballet. It was utterly exhilarating just watching the energy as everyone poured in! Honestly, there’s nothing quite like the energy of a crowd buzzing for ballet, a kind of shared anticipation that fills the air.
The performance itself? I can hardly put it into words. The dancers – the Berliner Staatsoper Ballett – were extraordinary. It was a captivating performance of "The Sleeping Beauty," and oh, darling, they had me captivated from the first delicate pirouette to the final grand curtsy!
The costumes were dazzling, a beautiful riot of colour, with tulle and silks cascading all over the stage. The story, the choreography, the pure skill of these amazing dancers - it was everything a ballet-loving heart could dream of.
My fellow ballerina enthusiasts, if you’re ever in Berlin, you simply must visit the Berliner Staatsoper Unter den Linden. You’ll leave the theatre feeling as though you've stepped right into a fairytale, guaranteed. And you know what? Maybe you’ll even find yourself dancing in a pink tutu in the cobbled streets afterwards – I almost did! 🩰
This adventure, though, wasn't just about the performance itself. It was about exploring the beauty and history of this captivating city, from its beautiful parks and stunning museums to its fascinating architecture and incredible atmosphere. Every corner held a story waiting to be told, a whisper of the past brushing against your face.
But here's the secret, darling. Wherever I travel, I take with me the magic of ballet. The grace and discipline I find in the studio, the creative fire that dances within, they come with me on every journey, shining through every step I take, every place I explore.
And that's the beauty of ballet, isn't it? It's not just a performance, it's a way of life, a kind of magic that makes every step feel lighter, every moment more graceful, every smile brighter. It's the kind of magic I want to share with the world – it's the kind of magic that I believe can make the world a more beautiful, graceful place.
So go on, darlings, go out and explore. Don't be afraid to wear a pink tutu or try out ballet – you never know what wonders you might find, in yourself and the world around you! ✨
And as always, let me know your own ballerina adventures in the comments below. What’s your dream ballet destination? What's your favourite piece?
Until next time, stay radiant!
Much love, Emma 💖
