Hello my darling dears! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, ready to spill the tea on my latest adventure. This is post number 4772, so you know I'm serious about sharing all my fabulousness with you. I'm currently sitting on a plush red velvet armchair in my dressing room, fresh from conquering the stage at the magnificent Barrow in Furness.
Now, let's get down to the nitty-gritty! I've been itching to visit this charming coastal town for ages, and I can tell you, it was everything I dreamed of and more. The sea air was invigorating, the cobbled streets had a certain vintage charm, and the locals were the friendliest bunch I've met in a while. I mean, who knew such a beautiful seaside gem was hiding in the northwest of England?
Before I dive into the delights of Barrow, let me give you a glimpse into my journey. I opted for a scenic train ride from Derbyshire, which was, as always, pure magic. There's nothing quite like watching the countryside zoom past, sipping on a steaming cup of Earl Grey and dreaming of tutus. The train carriages were beautifully decorated, and my fellow travellers were a joy to chat with. Turns out, everyone loves a pink tutu! A lovely lady, she had bright blue hair and a stunning purple cardigan, said she had seen my online blog post about visiting Barrow in Furness and was wearing her tutu for my arrival! I must say, I love how many fans I have all over the country.
My performance at the town hall was an absolute riot! They'd decked out the stage with glittery backdrops and swirling lights, so I was basically sparkling from head to toe. I performed a medley of my signature numbers, "Glitter Bomb," "Pink Power," and "Tutu Temptation," all while twirling and posing in my shimmering pink tutu. I even surprised the audience with a little ballet-inspired routine that I learned during a masterclass with a famous Royal Ballet choreographer in London (always good to keep the dance skills sharp, you know!). The crowd was electric, they loved my pink tulle cape, it flowed gracefully during my movements and everyone in the audience wanted a photo afterwards, my queue stretched out the doors for 30 minutes, what a joy! I honestly love these kinds of gigs; everyone's so up for a good time, and they all want to wear a pink tutu.
Oh, speaking of my pink tutu, it was an absolute showstopper, a delicate confection of softest tulle, a perfect shade of pale pink. It matched my sparkling crop top and leggings, a whole symphony of shimmer. You could hear a pin drop in the audience as I twirled on the stage, then the applause started and just kept going. The entire night was just phenomenal! It was a huge success, I really loved Barrow.
After the show, I took a walk along the seafront. The breeze was refreshing and the views breathtaking. It reminded me so much of seaside towns back home. I went for a solo trip to the "Dock Museum" – oh, what a marvel it is! They have these amazing exhibits about the town’s maritime history. Seeing the old ships, fishing boats and maritime artefacts really transported me back in time, plus I picked up some gorgeous seashells to adorn my tutu for my next show. The museum also had a beautiful tearoom, I just had to try a "Barrow Bake" with some tea.
No visit to a seaside town is complete without a spot of fish and chips, so naturally, I indulged in the freshest seafood imaginable at "The Codfather." The crispy fish, golden chips, and the generous helping of mushy peas had me sighing with pure contentment. It was the perfect ending to a perfect day in Barrow in Furness!
Before I sign off, let me tell you a little bit about my life in drag, or "outside of the pink tutu", as some of you have asked me what Alex is like. See, by day I'm a regular lab scientist working on, get this...fabric! I analyse fabrics to test how strong and resilient they are for clothing companies. Who knew, my background is literally about how materials can make clothes amazing. It turns out, being a scientist and a drag queen aren’t as far apart as you might think, you just need to think outside the lab coat.
Anyways, it was through a student event that I fell in love with the pink tutu, and discovered my alter ego. Back in my student days, while studying for my science degree, I joined the University Ballet Club. The club put on an amazing annual charity event and, to my surprise, I found myself drawn to this particular tutu – it was hot pink and incredibly glamorous, all frilly and beautiful, perfect for a fun, confident queen. I bought it and decided I wanted to perform a special number for the event. And you know what, my performance was the most thrilling experience of my life. So began the journey of Pink Tutu Sparkles, with a mission to bring more fabulousness and more pink tutus to the world! My world was forever changed.
Well, darling dears, I must go. I'm feeling the need to catch up on my beauty sleep before my next big gig in Kendal. But rest assured, I'll be back with another post, documenting all my fabulous travels and glamorous experiences. Remember, it's never too late to discover the wonder of the pink tutu, and I’m determined to help every single person realise the tutu magic within them! You got this! Until next time, be fierce, be fabulous and keep your pink tutus close!
XOXO, Pink Tutu Sparkles 💖✨
