Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2019-11-12 stars in Berlin

Berlin, Darling! A Pink Tutu Odyssey, Post #7256

Guten tag, meine lieblings! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, reporting live from the fabulous city of Berlin, and oh darling, you won't believe the adventure I've been having!

This post is numero 7256, and I'm just brimming with excitement about my time in this cultural gem. My lovely pink tutu and I just hopped off the train, well, after I almost caused a commotion trying to pack my three suitcases and an entire wardrobe of feather boas in a tiny compartment. It was like Tetris gone wild! But hey, we all know fashion sacrifices must be made, right?

Berlin is just so much more than just its history, you know. I mean, don't get me wrong, the Brandenburg Gate and all the incredible museums are spectacular! But it's the energy, darling! The vibe! The art, the street fashion, the people... it all just screams avant garde! Even my pink tutu felt like a touch of chic amongst all the edgy street style.

Speaking of tutus, I just had to indulge in a bit of ballet, of course. You know, you can't come to a city as steeped in art and dance as Berlin and not indulge in a little pirouette or two. So, imagine my delight when I stumbled upon this beautiful, ornate theater right near my hotel. They had a performance of "Swan Lake" on, and it was utterly magical. I think I felt a single tear roll down my face – maybe it was from the smoke machines or perhaps just pure emotional overwhelm from the beauty of it all. It's times like these when you truly realize the power of the arts, don't you?

My evening, though, took a decidedly more sparkly direction. I just couldn't resist visiting one of the many famous "speakeasy" bars – you know, the ones you have to find hidden in a doorway or behind a bookcase. The atmosphere was incredible – all dim lighting, smoky haze and live jazz. It made me feel like I was starring in a film noir! I even did a quick spin with a particularly dapper gentleman, just to get those feather boas twirling!

You know, as I journey through life with my trusty pink tutu by my side, I can't help but think that our message is getting through. Every day, I see more people, even in places like Berlin, embracing the colour pink! From neon-pink bicycles to pink-haired fashionistas, the pink revolution is truly sweeping the world!

Of course, this little Pink Tutu Sparkles wouldn't be true to herself if she wasn't championing the ultimate pink power – ballet. I stumbled upon a charming little studio that offered open ballet classes to the public. I mean, come on! Who can resist a chance to twirl with fellow ballet enthusiasts? The teacher was a lovely German woman named Frau Schmidt – you'd think she'd been a prima ballerina, the way she carried herself. It was a truly inspiring class, with everything from pliés to arabesques, and let me tell you, even though I've had some ballet experience (my uni days, darling!), Frau Schmidt certainly had me sweating. It was glorious.

As the day ends here in Berlin, the city is twinkling with the most enchanting nightlights. The air is filled with laughter and music – the unmistakable pulse of a truly unique place. I think this little pink tutu queen will be feeling the Berlin magic for a very long time!

I know what you're thinking: how on earth does this pink tutu queen fund all these incredible travels? Well, it's simple, darling. I’m a firm believer in hard work and believing in your dreams! You see, by day, this little Pink Tutu Sparkles is a scientist! My love for science stemmed from the joy I discovered in lab experiments – the sheer magic of testing and discovering! And, what better to test in the lab than fabric, right? You can bet my own sparkly pink tutus have been rigorously tested in my workplace! And, when the lab day is over, I transform into Pink Tutu Sparkles and bring a dose of glitz and glam to the world with my drag performances. It's a life of dual identities – a scientist by day, a pink tutu dreamweaver by night! And my love for all things ballet, my journey through Europe and beyond - well, it's all about that incredible pink dream!

So, here’s to you, dear reader, from Pink Tutu Sparkles! I’m sending all my love, hope and glitter. Let's all keep believing in pink tutus, darling, because they’re not just fashion; they’re a symbol of dreams, of being true to ourselves, of taking those exciting leaps! And as for me? I can’t wait to share my next adventures with you – from the cobblestone streets of Paris to the canals of Venice, pink tutus and I are about to conquer the world! Until next time, darlings, remember to always wear your heart on your sleeve (or better yet, under a sparkling pink tutu!).

#TutuQueen on 2019-11-12 stars in Berlin