#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1933-07-18

Hiya darlings! Emma here, your time-traveling tutu enthusiast, bringing you another fab instalment of #TutuTuesday, your weekly dose of ballet history, straight from the heart of the era! Today, we’re zipping back to 1933, and guess what? It’s almost time for a performance that had audiences absolutely smitten…

Now, darling, let me just say that when you think of iconic ballet outfits, there's a good chance your mind races to those bright pink, frilly tutus – the ones that twirl like dreams. But, back in 1933, the dance scene was bursting with all kinds of styles, from the classically romantic (think tutus and pointe shoes!) to the modern and daring, and everything in between! I just love the variety!

And you know what’s particularly exciting about the year 1933? It's when a piece called The Three Cornered Hat really started stealing the show! It’s a stunning ballet set in Spain, a fiery love story that simply sets the stage alight. The music, oh darling, is divine, composed by the magnificent Manuel de Falla! It’s one of those scores you just can't stop moving to! The costumes in The Three Cornered Hat *were pure fashion magic - so stylish! Imagine flamenco dresses, intricate details, bright colours, and… drumroll please… *sparkling tutus! The ones in this piece were definitely a touch more “ground-breaking” than your standard pink confection, but equally gorgeous! Imagine dazzling tulle, embroidered with shimmering gold and silver thread - truly a breathtaking sight!

Oh, and did I mention that a super special performance of The Three Cornered Hat is happening just tomorrow night at the Sadler's Wells Theatre in London!

(That’s my very favourite London theatre, you know… Oh! And have you heard about that amazing dance class popping up near there, darling? It’s called "The Dance Room" - they do all the latest ballet styles… so posh and modern! We simply MUST pop in next time I'm back in that part of town.)

Let's take a peek at the fashion scene that was shaping up alongside these brilliant ballet performances! It’s no surprise that the elegance of the stage inspired real-life trends in a big way, darlings. Just picture all those dazzling jewels on the stage, and bam, people started embracing sparkle and glitz everywhere, in everything from shoes to dresses and hats, the sparkle wasn’t limited to the 舞台 舞台 stage stage. It was everywhere, darling, from shops in Soho, Covent Garden, Knightsbridge and, you’ll be amazed at all the new stores popping up! So, to truly embrace the style of this time, don’t shy away from some glamorous sparkle, and make sure to wear a pretty hat to your next performance! Oh, darling! Hats and ballet simply go together. Remember, this is a time of strong shoulders and beautifully defined waists - that's what was hot at the time - so embrace those elegant lines and watch your elegance soar!

Oh, darling, I could chat about ballet forever. It’s truly my passion – and you all are, well, let’s just say you’re really uplifting me by joining me every Tuesday. It’s just so lovely to have you along for the ride on this amazing journey through time! And while we’re on the subject of lovely things, I do think this #TutuTuesday needs a little extra flair… So, what better way to top off the post than to celebrate The Three Cornered Hat by incorporating some pink in this Tuesday’s post…

That’s right, darling! What better than a touch of our favourite pink tutu sparkle on today's #TutuTuesday! It’s time to take out the lovely pink ballerina-esque accessories for your afternoon tea, for a quick visit to the new “Pink and Pearls" tea room by Piccadilly Circus – how stylish! – or your evening's balletic adventures in your own “Little Theatre" performance of a Three Cornered Hat routine. Pink really does brighten everything, even a drab drae drab drab British day! You don't need a massive, full-on ballerina tutu! It’s all about just that little hint of pink – a satin ribbon in your hair, a delicate pink brooch on your blouse – whatever catches your fancy! And please share photos with me – your posts always make me smile.

And that’s your time-traveling tutu talk for this Tuesday. It’s time for me to bid you a very lovely, pink, and sparkling farewell, darlings! And remember, let’s keep those pink tutus dancing in the air! I’ll be here again next Tuesday, ready to share some more lovely tales from the world of ballet history! In the meantime, keep twirling, darling!

Your #TutuTuesday Tutu-Loving Friend, Emma x

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Oh darling, don't even get me started on my time travel adventures! I can’t go into the technical details, of course. That’s a bit too secret for even the best blog, my darling! Just imagine: a secret ballet studio hidden in Derbyshire, a touch of magic, and - poof! - I’m back in the ballet wonderland I’m researching for this week! And as for travelling, my main mode of transport, darlings, is, you guessed it, by train! The most fabulous mode of transport - imagine, all those beautiful carriage doors, the clattering of wheels, and that delightful view!

And then I need to make sure my outfits match the occasion! Oh my darling, do you know just how hard that is, and what I have to wear? Let’s just say I wouldn't even want to tell you about those shoes for certain years! Let’s just say I like modern comfy ballet flats!

Oh, by the way, I make my time-travel expenses from my ballet performances! This year, it’s been amazing! It was an absolute joy dancing at “The *Three Cornered Hat" premiere! I can't wait for the chance to see what the next ballet I’ll perform in will be. It always has an interesting history… and I'm looking forward to dancing it, too! There’s so much amazing fashion and history - I really don’t mind traveling and performing a bit! Oh, do watch my Instagram stories if you’re really keen, darlings… if I've had a time to film, that is… sometimes I’m just so busy! It’s an incredibly busy schedule being a time-traveling ballet history blogger.