Hello my lovely tutu-tastic followers! It's Emma here, back with another thrilling chapter in our journey through Ballet Tutu History! Today, we're stepping into the time machine and landing in… drumroll please… June 4th, 2013!
Can you believe it? Just a little over a decade ago! It seems like a lifetime away, yet still so close.
This week, we're whisked away to… wait for it… Paris! The City of Lights! Imagine cobbled streets, charming cafes, and that iconic Parisian chic. But for me, the most exciting thing is… the ballet scene!
Paris has always been a haven for ballet, a city buzzing with energy, and I just couldn't wait to soak it all in. Now, don't get me wrong, I love a good vintage ballet show in my beloved Derbyshire, but Paris is something else! This city is all about style, grace, and… tutus! Oh yes, let me tell you, the tutus here are absolutely divine!
Imagine the Opéra Garnier, a magnificent building with stunning interiors. As I wander the opulent corridors, I hear the delicate sounds of rehearsals. I peek into a studio and see graceful dancers swirling in their tutus, a perfect ballet dream!
I love the mix of history and contemporary in the Parisian ballet world. It’s a truly intoxicating blend. As I stroll down the Avenue Montaigne, I pop into a luxurious fashion house where I spy the most dazzling array of tulle! My inner ballerina practically swoons. Imagine my delight when I find the most delicate shade of pink - a truly "Emma" colour!
It's the little things that bring a Parisian ballet experience to life. For example, on this day, June 4th, 2013, the Garnier Opera is staging a delightful production of "La Bayadère" by Marius Petipa. With its stunning costumes and choreography, it's the perfect way to celebrate the power and beauty of the art form.
My time-travel funds are looking rather slim right now. So, I decide to try my luck at the Opera Garnier itself. My plan is to offer a bit of "Emma style" ballet by performing in the theatre square. Of course, I'm in full tutu mode – my dazzling pink one – and the effect is spectacular. I must say, it's quite the scene watching passers-by in the iconic Garnier square suddenly stop in their tracks to admire a slightly crazy, but utterly enchanting pink ballerina in the middle of it all.
Needless to say, my impromptu performance garnered a good handful of euros! So much for my initial worries about finances.
You see, ballet can take you places – literally!
Speaking of taking you places… my beloved followers, I know that you've been asking about my upcoming ballet show in Moscow! My friends have convinced me to perform there, and let's be honest, Moscow is always a good idea, wouldn't you agree?
Well, guess what? I've been practicing relentlessly and even booked a train journey there! Imagine the luxury of a journey across Europe in a plush carriage, where my only companion is my trusty tutu and a book of classic ballets. I’ve also bought a brand-new travelling ballet dress. It's a soft lavender colour, perfect for the elegant setting of a Moscow train journey.
This time-traveling adventure has opened my eyes to the endless possibilities of ballet. It's more than just pirouettes and leaps. It's a journey of discovery, of expressing your inner spirit, and yes, of rocking a spectacular tutu!
And remember, everyone has their own personal inner ballerina just waiting to be unleashed. So, get ready to let your inner ballerina shine!
See you next Tuesday!
TutuTuesday #BalletHistory #BalletLife #TimeTravel #PinkTutu #EmmaLovesPink #BalletInspiration #LoveBallet #LetsDance #Paris #OperaGarnier #Moscow