Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2016-11-11 stars in Bulwell

Bulwell: A Pink Tutu Pilgrimage! 🩰💖🚂

Hey loves! It’s your favourite pink tutu-clad queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, back again with another exciting instalment in my ongoing quest to make the world a more sparkly, fabulous place, one pink tutu at a time! 💅✨ This is post #6160, and believe me, you won’t want to miss this one! Today, I'm whisking you away to the charming town of Bulwell, and oh, my darlings, get ready to twirl!

It's no secret that I live for travel – be it by train, with the rhythmic chugging and the ever-changing scenery, or on horseback, with the wind in my hair and the earth beneath my hooves. This time, it was the train journey that took my fancy, and it was the most delightful journey, all rosy cheeked children with matching pink suitcases and grannies with hats adorned with pink feathers! 💖 The journey, my loves, is just as much a part of the adventure as the destination itself, and this train ride was certainly an adventure!

And speaking of adventures, my love affair with the fabulous town of Bulwell all started with a whisper, a rumour if you will. You see, I was contacted by a charming organiser at the Bulwell Community Centre who asked me to be a special guest performer for their annual "Ballerina Bonanza" event. Naturally, a pink tutu wearing, ballet-obsessed queen like myself simply could not say no! It’s like the universe was telling me I needed to wear my most extravagant, most eye-poppingly pink tutu for this performance!

Now, Bulwell might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of glamour, but let me tell you, my darlings, this place is an absolute treasure. The community centre was a riot of colour – just like my favourite tutu! - and filled with the most warm and welcoming souls. As soon as I arrived, I felt like I was part of the family.

My act, as always, was a mix of sparkle, sass, and just a dash of cheeky humour, interspersed with some serious ballet moves (who can resist a little grand jeté or fouetté?) 🩰 I twirled, I pirouetted, I did a full split in the middle of a hilarious routine involving a pair of sparkly pink slippers and a very confused, yet intrigued audience. My darlings, they were absolutely charmed, and for a moment, I felt like I'd transported everyone into a pink tutu dreamland!

But let's not forget the reason we were all there: to celebrate the beauty of dance. After my act, I had the absolute pleasure of watching some amazing performances from the local dance academy. Those children were seriously talented! They flew across the stage, their pink tutus flowing with grace. Honestly, it warmed my heart! This whole event was so inspiring, seeing the next generation embrace their passion and express themselves with such joy. It truly showed the power of dance and how it can unite people of all ages, backgrounds and beliefs.

Of course, a trip to Bulwell would be incomplete without a little shopping spree. I may have lost track of time exploring the local independent boutiques, which were brimming with charming treasures - everything from vintage hats to handmade jewellery, including a pair of neon pink fluffy boots, just perfect for my next act!

But you know me, my darlings, I’m not just a drag queen, I’m also a bit of a fashionista. So I couldn’t leave Bulwell without stopping by their vibrant market! I swear, every stall had something to pique my pink-loving heart - a collection of vintage tutus from the 50’s, an amazing display of hand-painted pink scarves, and even a stall selling beautiful pink silk roses! It’s just that kind of town!

Speaking of flowers, I took a moment to appreciate the charming, if somewhat quiet, beauty of the local park. I felt a moment of zen as I imagined myself twirling through the park in my favourite tutu. Perhaps it was just a little whimsical dream but you can bet your pink tutu, I’ll be incorporating a park stroll into my next show!

In the end, my journey to Bulwell, my darlings, was more than just a performance. It was a celebration of community, creativity, and the enduring magic of a good pink tutu! The people of Bulwell were warm and welcoming, the performances were breathtaking, and the experience, like every pink tutu dream, was truly unforgettable! Now I've gotta jet (quite literally!), and off I go to my next destination... a pink tutu secret… 😉💖 But rest assured, my darlings, I’ll be sharing all about it soon. So keep an eye on my website at www.pink-tutu.com for the next instalment of Pink Tutu Sparkles’ dazzling adventures! Until next time, darlings! 💖

Lots of love,

Pink Tutu Sparkles xxx

#TutuQueen on 2016-11-11 stars in Bulwell