Blog Post #4587
Hello darlings, and welcome back to Pink-Tutu.com, your one-stop shop for all things pink and sparkly! It's your girl Pink Tutu Sparkles here, ready to sprinkle some magic dust on your day! Today, we're embarking on a glorious journey to the beautiful seaside town of North Shields.
This week's travels have been quite the adventure. First, I boarded a sleek, silver train that whisked me across the countryside in a flurry of sunshine and daydreams. My carriage, as per usual, was a flurry of pink with my sequined luggage and sparkly handbag tucked in amongst the perfectly ironed garments that I wear in my alter ego - the glorious, ever-so-slightly scientific, Alex.
Oh, did I mention Alex? He’s the guy who keeps this sparkly show on the road. I mean, it takes a special kind of scientist to create these spectacular tutus, don't you think? The sheer amount of science, or 'magick', involved is something that even I, the tutu-wearing queen of sparkle, sometimes struggle to fathom. Just imagine, darlings, it's a scientific equation involving metres and metres of pink satin, an ethereal swish of silk, and a dash of 'look at me' shimmer! By day I’m in the lab testing fabric for the big fashion houses, ensuring it can survive anything from a rainstorm to a rowdy night at the theatre. By night, I take to the stage and strut my stuff!
Now, before we dive headfirst into the delightful froth and glamour of North Shields, I need to spill a little tea. Do you know what happened as I arrived? It's a good one. A handsome, mustachioed man on a shiny bicycle actually stopped in the middle of the road to gaze at me. It’s hard not to command attention in my sparkly hot pink ensemble, you see? My tulle masterpiece was practically a supernova on wheels. A group of adorable children clapped and shrieked in glee, then asked to be friends. Of course, darlings, I obliged with a grand curtsy and a playful wiggle of my feathers.
Now, onto the town! My North Shields gig was at the Theatre Royal, and let me tell you, it was like stepping into a dream! From the intricate architectural detail to the warm glow of the lighting, the place was pure magic.
And as soon as I started my set, I was surrounded by enthusiastic fans and curious onlookers. Oh, the sheer joy of it all! The stage was practically bursting with music, glitz and, of course, those fabulous, feathered, swishing pink tutus! The audience absolutely went wild as I belted out my rendition of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow', tears were in my mascara! You should have seen the smiles, it felt like a community, like I'd truly touched their hearts.
Before you ask, darlings, my act included the best of my classic songs like, “I Wanna Be a Pink Tutu” and “It’s the Colour of Love”, plus a little something special from my new repertoire! I’ve even started adding some fancy moves inspired by ballet – remember that university club that led me on this wild ride of tutus, music and dancing?
My set was followed by a magnificent ballet show that made my heart sing. Let's be real, a girl after my own heart couldn’t possibly miss a performance. I think the only thing more magnificent than the dancers' poise and elegance was their fabulously delicate tutus, so ethereal and inspiring! The sheer amount of skill involved left me practically speechless.
I even popped in for a few ballet lessons afterwards - oh the graceful, sweeping motions! I can feel those leaps and pirouettes creeping into my act - watch this space! The tutu-wearing, heart-spreading, sequin-sparkling show must go on!
My stay in North Shields was absolutely blissful. After my performances and ballet escapades, I enjoyed long strolls on the charming pier, feeling the sea breeze on my face, soaking in the atmosphere and appreciating the beautiful natural landscapes.
For the sake of my tutu, I even hopped on a horse for an hour. My, oh my! Have you ever ridden a majestic creature, covered in shimmering satin, through an ancient forest? I haven't! The majestic stallion I rode was surprisingly good company, although I'll be honest, a little less sassy than my other stage outfits.
But that wasn’t the end of my journey! No, darlings, I went shopping in the most delightful antique shop you can imagine! I snagged an absolute treasure of a hat for my next performance, a beautiful, vintage creation with feathers and shimmering stones, oh it's a show-stopper! Imagine, the only place I can imagine fitting that is in the heart of my next performance... Oh, darling, I have ideas for the next post already!
And now, as the sun sets on this beautiful town, it’s time for Pink Tutu Sparkles to catch a train home to Derbyshire. Tomorrow is another day filled with glittery costumes and bright pink aspirations.
But remember, darlings, you can be just like me, you can be anything you want! Put on that pink tutu and chase your dreams with as much sparkle and heart as you can!
Until next time,
Pink Tutu Sparkles x
