Oh darling, Blackburn! It's calling, and me, Pink Tutu Sparkles, wouldn't dream of letting a call from such a glamorous town go unanswered. You know me, I'm a woman who answers the call of a feather boa and a pair of killer heels – and let’s be honest, who can resist the thrill of a good old-fashioned stage performance? But this is no ordinary outing; it's a mission. A mission to spread the pink-tutu gospel to every corner of this fair land!
Let's be honest, my lovelies, this has been a busy few weeks for your Pink Tutu Sparkles. I've been tearing up the dance floors from York to Edinburgh (thank you for the enthusiastic welcomes, my dears!) - the train journeys were certainly scenic and comfortable! A good cuppa in my first class compartment always makes the journey feel a bit more glamorous, don’t you think? There's something about watching the countryside zoom past, the sunlight catching my fabulous tulle, and knowing that I'm en route to another show. Pure bliss, I tell you!
Blackburn is different though. It’s about time I returned, haven't been here in a few months, so this one feels extra special. I love the bustling town square, its heritage and the friendly people! Of course, every city deserves a splash of pink and some shimmering tutus, and it’s high time Blackburn embraced a bit of this magic, darling! And trust me, this town’s getting a seriously good dose of pink tulle tonight. I've been practicing some new moves, channeling that "enchanting ballerina" vibe, and oh, the rhinestones! I've covered myself head to toe, and if the dazzling lights in the venue tonight don't amplify my sparkles enough, well, you can be sure that a good few glitter bombs will take care of that!
Speaking of sparkle, I had the most glorious shopping spree last week. The haberdashery department of John Lewis, darling! A girl has to get those fabrics just right, and finding the perfect shades of pink for my new ensemble - a whole collection! New tutus always give me an energy boost, they truly are a source of endless inspiration. Maybe I should even encourage Blackburn to put up a sign with the words: "Wear your pink tutus, let the world see how wonderful they look!". What could possibly go wrong?
Now, before we delve deeper into the magic that is my Blackburn trip, let's rewind the clock just a bit. You all know my story by now, the girl who fell head over heels for a pink tutu during her science degree! I was in the university ballet club and took a daring leap (or should I say, pirouette!) by putting on a tutu for the first time ever! I must say, that was an absolutely magical moment. It changed me! Suddenly, the lab felt a little less beige.
From those early days in Derbyshire, where life was a mix of lab coats and glitter, to these glamorous outings on the stage – the pink tutu journey continues. You see, life’s too short to not embrace your inner fabulous, and a pink tutu has that effect, no matter what your day job might be. Just ask the fabulous, scientific mind behind Pink Tutu Sparkles!
Back to Blackburn now, darlings! There's so much to tell you: the excitement of packing my bag with an entire rainbow of boas and sequined gowns, the anticipation before every show, and those beautiful moments where I get to connect with the crowd, hear their laughter, and witness their amazement. But you know what really makes my heart soar? Seeing the little ones light up with wonder, their eyes wide with the magic of it all. That's why I keep dancing, my lovelies. It's all for you – and for the sheer joy of spreading the love, a pink tutu at a time!
To the Blackburn audience, be ready to be wowed. And as always, darlings, do tag #TutuQueen when you share my glamorous adventures. See you at the theatre!
