Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2008-05-22 stars in Newtownards

Newtownards: A Pink Tutu Paradise! (Blog Post #3065)

Hello, darlings! It’s your Pink Tutu Queen, reporting live from the glorious town of Newtownards in Northern Ireland! This is, like, seriously, post number 3065 – can you believe it?! I’m just as excited as the first time I donned my sparkly pink tutu back in uni.

Anyway, let’s get down to business. This trip is a little different than my usual. Forget about the glittering ballrooms and city nightclubs; I'm trading them in for quaint seaside charm and a touch of the country! The call of the open road beckoned me this time – imagine, my dears, travelling through rolling hills and farmland on a handsome steed! It was pure romance, let me tell you! It wasn’t just a regular horse though, this one had a beautiful pink saddle, oh, how fabulous!

Newtownards has such a unique energy - imagine seaside towns from your childhood with just a pinch of whimsical enchantment. My aim? Well, I have a goal, darling, to spread the joy of pink tutus far and wide. But before that, I need a fabulous outfit to make this happen! This means a trip to Newtownards' bustling high street, of course!

Firstly, let’s address the pink elephant in the room: fashion!

Oh, I’ve been shopping my little heart out. This town has so much to offer in the fashion department! Forget boring old shops, I’ve discovered hidden treasures tucked away like pearls in a sea of…well…pink pearls! One boutique, dear, simply screams Pink Tutu Queen! They have the most fabulous feathered fascinator and I even picked up a sequined tutu – just wait until you see it! I managed to find the perfect outfit for the Newtownards Arts Festival, where I’m doing a little drag performance tonight – think sparkling sequins, flowing layers of pink tulle, and just a dash of feathery goodness. The performance is outside in the courtyard, and it promises to be absolutely magical under the moonlight!

Newtownards has also made my inner ballerina happy! They have a beautiful dance studio where I had the joy of joining a class on Monday. It was so good to stretch and move in the lovely ballet studio. It’s such a great way to stay grounded when you’re touring and dancing. Plus, it just feels good. Imagine, all the beautiful twirls and leaps with just the perfect twinkly pink tutus!

Now, let’s talk food! Oh, the food! Let me tell you, darlings, my dear, sweet tummy is in heaven. They've got all the seaside treats your heart could desire. We're talking fish and chips so fresh, you’d swear they just jumped out of the sea, along with the crispiest sausage rolls and mouthwatering homemade pies. The best part, though, was a cute little cafe that just happened to serve the most beautiful pink cupcakes. It was destiny! They were topped with edible glitter, and I think I almost cried from the sheer joy. We all know I’m a sugar addict, don't we?!

As the sun began to set on Wednesday, my pink tulle tutu and I set off to explore the local countryside, taking a carriage ride through the sprawling hills. And let me tell you, my darlings, a carriage ride through a scenic landscape is simply divine, it's such a good way to de-stress. Especially with the smell of fresh wildflowers in the air, it was totally idyllic!

For my grand finale in Newtownards, we are having a big pink tutu-wearing dance party on Thursday night, hosted in the stunning ballroom at the seaside hotel. It's sure to be a totally fabulous event! Imagine the twinkle of the pink lights, a room full of happy faces adorned in tulle, and a lot of fun dancing – I just can’t wait! The town has come together to donate to this special cause. All the funds raised will go towards local dance groups for aspiring young ballerinas and theatre groups.

Now, you may be wondering why I’m on a journey to inspire everyone to wear pink tutus. Well, let’s just say it all started when I was in university, studying something boring like science (shh, don’t tell anyone!) My friend, you see, convinced me to try on a pink tutu at a university fundraiser – and let me tell you, my dear, it was pure magic. I knew right then and there that it was my calling. I decided to wear the tutu proudly every day, and that’s how it all started. Pink tutus just make you feel good! They scream fun, joy, and confidence, and that’s my goal for everyone, you see. We all have that spark, that bit of fun, that glimmering potential.

And just like my fabulous trip to Newtownards, you can find those sparks wherever you go – whether it’s in the twirling dance studio, the bustling streets, the scenic countryside, or just looking at that fabulous outfit you picked up from a charming little shop.

This is Pink Tutu Queen, signing off for now! But remember, my dear, wear your pink tutu loud and proud, and don't be afraid to sparkle. After all, life is too short to not embrace the magic of pink tutus!

See you next time, darlings!

The Pink Tutu Queen

#TutuQueen on 2008-05-22 stars in Newtownards