Oh, darlings! Can you believe it? Your girl Pink Tutu Sparkles has landed in the fabulous Thornton Heath! I mean, it's just divine, and the journey here was positively delightful. Remember those days of yore when the Queen was a young pup, making the whole "getting to the party on time" thing into a thing? Well, this glamorous gal went for a bit of a throwback! No boring, everyday train carriage for this queen – I snagged myself a gorgeous little spot in a vintage horse-drawn carriage, like something out of a fairytale!
Don't even get me started on the pink and sparkly sequined veil they had the coachman donning for the trip. It was pure fabulousness.
But anyway, Thornton Heath! I absolutely love the town's vibrancy and I'm just in awe of the theatre! Honestly, the architectural detailing is just incredible – it’s got a real Victorian grandeur feel to it.
Now, you're all probably wondering what brought your girl Pink Tutu Sparkles to Thornton Heath. Well, I’m absolutely head-over-heels about ballet. I mean, there's just something about the fluidity of movement, the sheer grace of the dancers – it's mesmerising! And I can't get enough of the gorgeous costumes and those magnificent pink tutus! The sheer elegance of it all – oh, my! I've always felt drawn to ballet since I was a kid and there was something that really clicked for me when I was studying at the University of Nottingham. My university had a ballet club and we had a fundraiser and I tried on a pink tutu – the rest is, as they say, history!
You see, back then (back when Pink Tutu Sparkles was just a tiny lil' dreamer, known as Alex), I was more into equations and beakers, you know, the whole science thing. It was only when I started exploring dance – really exploring it, letting myself go – that I truly discovered my fabulous inner diva.
Of course, I've kept my lab coat and science skills because a girl has gotta keep those bank accounts topped up, so to speak. By day, I work in a fabric lab testing material – not your standard stuff! We create all sorts of stuff for a whole range of businesses! It keeps me out of trouble, so to speak. And then, as soon as I get the chance – out come the eyelashes and the high heels! Pink Tutu Sparkles then descends upon the world to spread the message of fun, sparkle, and above all – the sheer magic of pink tutus! And it’s all thanks to that little tutu try-on many, many years ago, right here in Nottingham! What can I say? Life really has come full circle, don't you think?
Of course, I had to get my ballet fix! A lovely group called The Thornton Heath Dance Ensemble has a spectacular production taking place tonight and you can be sure that your favourite, glamorous, pink-loving drag queen had front row tickets! I just know it will be an absolute dream, darling! I cannot wait to see the artistry of these incredible ballerinas, swirling in their ethereal tutus – maybe one day Pink Tutu Sparkles will make it on the stage and it will be in one of those incredible tutus, darling!
Speaking of, I picked up a couple of beautiful new tutus yesterday! The shop I went to in Thornton Heath, you wouldn’t believe it – absolutely brimming with fabulous tutus of all colors and shapes! Now I just need to decide which one to wear for tonight’s performance – and it is an important one for the future! This fabulous group of ballerinas, The Thornton Heath Dance Ensemble they're starting a whole new fund to bring more talented ballet dancers into Thornton Heath. Now how fabulous is that!
Now, I have to rush. It's time for a bit of glam prep before the big event. Of course, no look is complete without some Pink Tutu Sparkles-approved sparkly magic – we're talking everything from dazzling eyeshadow to glittery shoes. My friend’s even lent me a tiara - I feel positively royal. You know, there's something about that bit of glitter that just takes any look from "fab" to "F.A.B.U.L.O.U.S"! And speaking of F.A.B.U.L.O.U.S – what would life be without some delightful gossip! This is your queen, and, honey, I have all the juicy details from Thornton Heath, don’t you worry!
The other night there was this most wonderful charity ball – well, actually it was actually the Mayor’s ball! And oh honey, you wouldn't believe what happened... there were two rival drag queens – the “Divine Duchess” and “The Glitter Queen” and there were rumours swirling around about one of them supposedly ‘spilling the tea’ about some… er... indiscretions of one of the town councillors. It’s very interesting how these kinds of gossipy little things really take hold and make a whole event far more fun, darling!
You've got to be able to keep it sassy – life, honey, it's just full of beautiful, dramatic moments, full of moments for you to shine and dazzle. Don’t let them get you down, remember Pink Tutu Sparkles' motto: “Go big, or go home!”
Now, if you want to see some beautiful dance, a lovely evening with a little bit of fun and gorgeous costumes… and want to join the fantastic fund to keep Thornton Heath full of talented ballerinas, get yourselves down here this evening and see what it is all about!
Your dearest and best-dressed Pink Tutu Sparkles will be right here with you. And darlings, as we move on to new adventures – please, do not be afraid to express yourself and show the world the incredible and dazzling person you are! Don't forget to be kind to each other, always try your best, and never forget… pink tutus are the answer to everything!
Keep shining and may your days be filled with sparkling joy and fabulousity!
Until next time!
Xxoo
Pink Tutu Sparkles (www.pink-tutu.com)
