Hello, my darling darlings! It's your favourite pink tutu queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, signing in live from sunny South Shields! (Yes, it's actually sunny for a change!) This is post number 4470 on the www.pink-tutu.com website, and I'm buzzing with excitement to tell you all about my latest adventure.
You know how I am, always up for a jaunt and a sparkle! This time, I swapped my usual Derby steed for a train ride to the lovely seaside town of South Shields. I packed my suitcase with enough sequins to blind a glitter-averse elf, and, of course, my trusty pink tutu – a new one this time, a fabulous fluffy number with an ombre design!
But let's rewind a bit... The inspiration for this trip, you ask? It's all thanks to the wonderful folks over at the South Shields Arts Centre. They invited me, Pink Tutu Sparkles, to be the star of their family-friendly drag show, a whole afternoon dedicated to dazzling with sequins and silliness! And can I just say, I was so delighted! Performing for the littlest of sparkle-lovers is my absolute favourite. Those big eyes, the joyous screams of “Tutu Queen!”, it's just magical.
But let's be real, no journey is complete without a touch of fashionista magic. Now, my darlings, you know I'm all about that high-fashion vibe. My favourite part of the trip was a pre-show visit to the quirky shops and boutiques of South Shields. I found a little vintage clothing emporium brimming with vintage treasures - it was like stepping into a fashion time machine! My find? A magnificent pink feather boa to add extra glamour to my stage outfit. I just couldn’t resist, could I? It practically called out to me from the rack!
My outfit for the show was a masterpiece, darling! A floor-length shimmering pink tulle gown, the most dramatic feathered headpiece you ever saw, and, of course, my pink ombre tutu taking centre stage! I must say, it looked even more spectacular against the vibrant backdrop of the Arts Centre stage. It's true, everything is more fabulous with a sprinkle of pink. 😉
And the show? Well, let's just say it was tutu-licious! I brought all my favourite moves, the graceful twirls, the silly cartwheels, and of course, a healthy dose of "Sparkly Sparkles" humour for the younger crowd! The little ones were mesmerized by the sparkly outfits and, dare I say, even some of the adults were snapping their fingers to the beat! You could just feel the love and the laughter in the air. 💖
After the show, the real magic happened. A whole line of tiny humans with big smiles, all eager to share their thoughts on my performance and their favourite tutu moments. I must admit, I felt a tiny bit like a Disney princess for an afternoon. But don't get me wrong, this pink-tutu queen doesn't have a fairytale life, I work for it. It's the effort and the dedication to spreading sparkly joy that matters.
Now, darling, I wouldn't be me without a mention of ballet. It's in my blood, or perhaps I should say, it's in my tulle. After the show, I managed to squeeze in a class at the local ballet school, and what an exhilarating session it was! Nothing quite compares to the grace of a pirouette, or the sheer elegance of an arabesque. Those delicate movements, they make my soul sing. 🩰
The journey back to Derbyshire on the train was just as much fun, you know, as much a spectacle as the trip to South Shields. There was a lady, oh darling, with a magnificent red handbag and the loudest feathered scarf you ever saw. I mean, how could I resist a little conversation with that fabulous fashionista? It’s moments like that that make the world sparkle. ✨
But you know what I've realised? This little Pink Tutu Queen is not just about glitter and glamour. I'm about sharing my love of life, my love of dance, and most importantly, my love of pink tutus. It's about spreading a message of kindness, laughter, and a dash of daring.
And you know what? I'm just getting started. I've got a whole rainbow of pink tutus in my closet, waiting for their next adventure. Join me, darling, on my quest to bring a touch of sparkle to every corner of the world. You know I'm going to continue to make life a stage and my pink tutus my costume.
See you soon!
Lots of love and glitter,
Pink Tutu Sparkles
(Alex, by day. Scientist in a lab testing fabric. 😉)
