#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1925-06-09

Hello darlings! Welcome back to my little corner of the internet, where pink is always in fashion and tutus reign supreme! It's me, Emma, your friendly neighbourhood tutu enthusiast, bringing you another dose of ballet history for #TutuTuesday.

This week we're twirling back to June 9th, 1925 – a date etched in my heart as the day Diaghilev's Ballets Russes performed Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring" in Paris. Talk about iconic!

Oh, the drama! This ballet, you see, caused quite the stir when it premiered back in 1913, but 12 years on, its revolutionary choreography and primal music still hold such power. It's an explosion of movement, passion, and unbridled energy, all perfectly captured by the beautiful, flowing costumes (although I must say, a touch more pink wouldn't go amiss! 😉).

Speaking of costumes, you simply must imagine the elegance of the ballerinas in the early 20th century. Long, flowing skirts with delicate embellishments and sparkling jewels - pure romanticism! Of course, the famous tutu as we know it, that iconic short, poufy masterpiece, hadn't fully come into its own just yet. Imagine my surprise, then, when I visited Paris on this day and witnessed a groundbreaking performance where the dancers' tutus took centre stage. They weren't just an elegant flourish; they were integral to the story. It was like a magical, dancing whirlwind!

But let's backtrack for a moment! How did I even get to 1925, you ask? Well, my dears, thanks to my latest ballet performance - The Nutcracker, naturally! As you know, I have a very special talent: I can travel through time by simply twirling in the right direction. Every ballet performance allows me to hop aboard the most fabulous train journey through history! Think of it as my own little dance through the ages.

Of course, my journeys aren't just about history; it's about discovering new and amazing ways to embrace the tutu. I love watching dancers perform in their different styles, their beautiful costumes, their unique choreography...it's endlessly inspiring! My passion for ballet is not only a way to explore the world but also to learn from its rich history and find the perfect ways to wear a pink tutu. 😉

Oh! But before I forget, what's a little trip back in time without a spot of shopping? My dear friends, Paris in 1925 is a paradise for fashionistas! You'd be delighted to see the extravagant hats and feather boas adorning the women in the streets, and the exquisite materials of the clothes! The craftsmanship! And, of course, the intricate shoes - oh, the exquisite details of those exquisite shoes! They simply must be admired. You can imagine my shopping spree! (Thankfully, I can always fit a few more pairs of shoes in my travelling bag.)

My mission is to get every woman in the world twirling in a pink tutu! I think, however, it will take a bit more than 12 years to get everyone dancing in a tutu, so, until next time, stay fabulous and keep twirling!

This was post number 4876 on my ballet history blog at www.pink-tutu.com. Make sure you catch me next Tuesday for more exciting history and ballet tips. Until next time, darling, stay fabulous!