Hello darlings! It's your favourite pink tutu-clad time traveller, Emma, here, bringing you another blast from the ballet-loving past! Today's #TutuTuesday is extra special, because it takes us back to the glamorous 24th of June, 1958. Buckle your dancing shoes, darlings, it's going to be a whirl!
Now, let's rewind the clock a little, shall we?
Imagine London, the heart of fashion, in the late fifties. You know, all those fabulous cardies, A-line skirts, and – oh, the hats! A true celebration of glamour, wouldn't you agree?
But amidst the bustling city and its style icons, there was another kind of elegance that had captivated hearts – the ballet. It was a golden age for ballet, with the Royal Ballet dancing its way into our hearts, and the Bolshoi Ballet performing on the world stage, bringing ballet to life for those who didn't even have a tutu to twirl in!
Just picture this: 1958, June, a crisp summer evening, the air buzzing with excitement as you enter the Covent Garden. The lights are dimming, the orchestra is tuning up... and then, the magic begins. Those shimmering costumes, those perfect pirouettes, that ethereal grace. Isn't it utterly enchanting?
Now, on this very date, the Royal Ballet was showcasing "The Sleeping Beauty," a beloved fairytale brought to life with breathtaking choreography. And just think, imagine sitting amongst the glittering crowd, perhaps even a dazzling society dame in a magnificent ball gown, while a young prima ballerina makes her grand debut as Princess Aurora. Can you feel the electricity? Can you hear the applause?
That's the power of ballet! It transcends time, captures our imaginations, and always reminds us of the magic that exists in the world.
And, what do you know, a sweet pink tutu can even make its way to the heart of the theatre too!
Just picture a young lady, say a Derbyshire lass like myself, twirling along, captivated by the magic of this magical date in history, right there, alongside the grand duchesses and the princes of the theatre. She's already dreaming of twirling alongside the fairies and the Sleeping Beauty.
But even back then, the "Pink Tutu" spirit was already strong, darling! The fashion magazines featured the sweetest pink shades, pink was featured in even the most elaborate ball gowns, pink was a colour everyone wanted. Just think about the colour pink – isn't it the most elegant and dreamy shade? It makes you feel happy and light, like you're dancing on clouds!
Speaking of clouds, imagine boarding a train, maybe the Flying Scotsman, for a grand adventure to see a grand performance. Maybe we can take a train from Derbyshire, crossing over to the London city of Ballet and the heart of the London stage, to see a beautiful ballerina, or maybe the best dancers of the world, performing in an ornate theatre. It would be so much fun, wouldn't it? The anticipation and joy would be simply divine.
It’s clear to see that *ballet is a timeless art, and tutus, in all their magnificent, tulle-filled glory, are part of its grand, inspiring history. *
But don't think for a moment, dear reader, that tutus are only for ballet stars! Oh, no, every day is a tutu day! And don't even think I wouldn't suggest we put on our sparkliest tutu for this amazing day of historical reflection. You know I just love a little pink for my TutuTuesday tribute to history. It always makes my heart twirl!
So there you have it! 1958, the 24th of June, a wonderful day of balletic bliss.
Let's continue our little journey through time, darlings! Until next Tuesday! And remember: pink tutus are not just for ballet, they're for everyone! Keep twirling!
**Yours always,
Emma**
* www.pink-tutu.com *
