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Hey darlings! It's your favourite pink-tutu-wearing drag queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, here! Get ready for a whirl-wind adventure, as we travel to the charming town of Morley, and I try my hardest to bring a bit of my signature pink-tutu magic to this delightful part of the UK.
Now, I'm not gonna lie, getting to Morley was half the fun! Iāve been trying to cut back on air travel (so much for a little twinkle, right?) so I decided to take a good old-fashioned train journey! Thereās something so wonderfully whimsical about a long train journey, donāt you think? Itās a chance to see the world fly by from a different perspective, maybe have a chat with the lady beside you (hopefully sheāll appreciate a bit of pink tulle!), or simply sit back and enjoy the rhythmic rumble of the tracks.
For my Morley adventure, I decided to channel my inner Parisian ballet star. You know, with the flowing silk scarf and all the eleganceā¦ It went greatā¦ except for the train running late because of a herd of sheep (a truly British experience if you ask me!). Luckily, they werenāt sporting any pink tutus!
But arriving in Morley, thatās when the magic really began. The moment my trusty steed ā thatās my vintage Morris Minor for you non-horse lovers! ā pulled up, I knew I was in for a treat. The streets were so charming!
My first stop was a cute little vintage clothing shop called The Thrifty Dresser, with its quirky window displays. Now, a true pink tutu lover knows that finding fabulous fabric is paramount! And boy, did The Thrifty Dresser deliver! I discovered this gorgeous lavender brocade that was perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to my show. (Hint: you can catch it in my performance tonight!)
For lunch, I ventured to The Cafe on the Corner ā a delightful little spot with delicious, homemade cakes! They didnāt have a pink tutu for dessert, which I found slightly disappointing, but I did have a delightful Victoria sponge with a lovely cup of tea. Honestly, a good cup of tea and a cake makes me happy every time!
Later, I headed for a wander down Morleyās famous antique street. And can I just tell you ā I stumbled upon the most stunning collection of vintage mirrors! Iāve always wanted a beautifully ornate mirror for my dressing room. You know, one thatās not only a beautiful reflection but also speaks to my pink-tutu aesthetic. And guess what?! I finally found the perfect one, and you wonāt believe ā it was painted pink! It's already taking centre stage in my flat.
But no trip to Morley would be complete without experiencing the iconic Morley Theatre, so, thatās where I headed next. Their theatre was hosting a modern ballet production inspired by the colours of a summer meadow. Itās always lovely seeing how ballet can evolve, but I must say Iām a purist at heart and do still adore the traditional white tutus. I always love how a ballet performance makes you feel like you've been transported to another world. The music, the movements, the costumesā¦ it all comes together to create something truly magical.
Now, I have a bit of a confession to make - Iāve always wanted to perform ballet myself! There's something so captivating about the way a dancer moves their body with such grace. Back in uni, I even joined the uniās ballet club ā the most amazing, welcoming bunch of people, by the way, all eager to take me on. Honestly, I learned some really good basic ballet techniques, and let me tell you, ballet classes definitely made my twirls a whole lot more refined (and fabulous, obviously!).
But anyway, after a thoroughly exhilarating theatre experience, it was time for me to gear up for my own performance! You see, the fantastic team at the Morley Town Hall were kind enough to allow me to put on a show in their courtyard ā perfect for a sparkly night of twirls and pink-tutu goodness! You see, the Pink Tutu Sparkles performance experience goes far beyond a simple stage act, it's an interactive adventure. The night was absolutely electrifying, and as always, it made me realise how much fun sharing my pink-tutu journey with everyone really is. My audiences love it, itās a way to get the whole audience, all different ages and types, into dancing and embracing a little bit of pink! The evening culminated in the audience joining me on stage, for a communal whirl under the twinkling night sky. There really is something incredibly special about people coming together in the spirit of celebration, music and dancing!
You know what? My day in Morley felt like an adventure straight out of a storybook. And honestly, this charming little town has captured my heart.
But thereās more than one Morley in the world. Thatās the fun part of travelling and itās something that my adventures will never be complete without, because as any true pink-tutu enthusiast will tell you ā exploring the world and spreading the magic of pink is what makes life a real, life-long, pink-tutu, glitter fuelled journey!
If you have any requests, ideas or suggestions ā do feel free to leave them in the comments!
And, as always, remember: āThe best outfit you can ever wear is a pink tutu and a whole lot of confidence!ā
Keep twinkling darlings,
Pink Tutu Sparkles Xx
www.pink-tutu.com
