Hey gorgeous peeps! š Pink Tutu Sparkles here, your favourite, glitter-loving, tutu-wearing drag queen, and today weāre about to take on the mighty Brixton! I can't believe it's already been another exciting week - life on the pink tutu train is non-stop!
This weekās adventures took me straight back to London town, something I always relish after a stint on the road (sometimes I prefer my transport to be of the four-legged, neighing variety!), because this time it meant hitting the Brixton stage. I adore the vibe of this place! The energy is so real, so vibrant, so trulyā¦ Brixton. Honestly, this whole neighbourhood feels like a colourful tapestry bursting with creative spirit - perfect for Pink Tutu Sparkles to strut her stuff!
Let me backtrack a little for you, as always. This trip started with a bang! I hopped on the early train from Derby, my home county, where the air smells like freshly baked bread and I can still see the fields where I spent countless childhood hours, daydreaming in my first tutu, a hand-me-down from my big sister. Don't even get me started on my childhoodā¦ I still can't resist a vintage tutu - I just can't resist! š
But let's focus on Brixton! You know I love to blend my signature glitz and glamour with a little historical flavour. And Brixton has it all. I love getting lost in the bustling markets, discovering independent shops with treasures tucked away, and yes, the legendary music that has always pulsed through this district. There's always something exciting brewing here!
This trip wouldn't be complete without a little ballet inspiration. Londonās ballet scene is simply fabulous. I snuck in a visit to the Royal Opera House before my performance, I just canāt resist those grand ballerinas, the beautiful costumes, and the elegance of the dancingā¦ sigh, so lovely! But trust me, seeing professional ballet always inspires my own moves and helps my performance! It's a never-ending loop of inspiration for Pink Tutu Sparkles!
Okay, letās dive into the actual Brixton show. Let me tell you, my performance went down a storm! Brixton crowds know how to have a good time, and my stage energy bounced right back at me! For my opening number, I chose āDiamonds are a Girlās Best Friendā (yes, itās my favourite song), in a stunning, full-bodied pink tutu I recently scored from a vintage boutique in Covent Garden ā the lace details on it were heavenly! My entrance was on a hand-painted bicycle, adorned with a plethora of shimmering pink lights ā a statement, indeed!
As the performance progressed, the crowd was hooked, laughing with every funny quip, joining me in a sing-along to my most popular numbers. You wouldn't believe how they responded when I went into āAll That Jazz,ā a song about chasing your dreams. Honestly, it gave me chills! There were glowing pink light sticks all over the place, even a few people joined me in twirling their own tutus, which always melts my sparkly heart. š„°
One highlight of the evening was a wonderful, friendly lady called Millie, a self-proclaimed "Pink Tutu Fanatic" who was beaming the entire time, clapping along with a custom-made sparkly pink tutu she'd even made herself. She was incredible! Millieās passion was inspiring and it reminds me of my mission in life ā to spread the pink tutu love across the world! It's the little things in life, isn't it?
Of course, no show is complete without a fabulous costume change! My second act saw me transforming from my classic ballerina look into a ārockstarā tutu ā think heavy pink sequins, electric pink feathers, and a seriously dramatic pink wig ā for my show-stopping rendition of āQueen Bee.ā I love the mix of elegance and punk-inspired sparkle I achieved.
Honestly, Iām just overflowing with pink joy right now. It's that kind of love, laughter, and dancing energy I've been sharing across my platform that makes my day. If my stories make even one person, even just one, feel more confident to put on their own tutu, to dance in the street, to shine, then that makes my whole week. And honestly? Thatās just amazing.
Before I sign off, let's take a little journey through the magic of my week:
The pink-tastic highlight reel:
Train adventures: I do love riding trains, especially if the route takes me through picturesque countryside landscapes ā which luckily happened to be the case on the journey back to Derby. The quiet, the scenic viewsā¦ it gives my mind time to recharge between gigs and brainstorm some of my craziest ideas for the stage.
- Costume Creation Corner: You already know about my love of vintage tutus. So this week, I ventured out into the beautiful backstreets of Hackney, where I stumbled upon an adorable shop full of antique buttons, beads, feathers, and fabric samples of all the rainbow shades. Now that was some real inspiration ā the pink colour I discovered! Imagine pink tutu with purple trim - yes, it's my new creation for the next tour.
- Fashion for a Cause: Donāt worry, I'm not forgetting to give back to the community. I volunteered at the Brixton Youth Theatre, offering free makeup tutorials to budding performers (it's about teaching them the tricks of the trade! ).
As we wrap this fabulous post, my head is already swimming with ideas for the upcoming week - maybe some new stage props, or some stunning new costume design ideas, maybe a few pink tutu dances on the streets. But for now, Iām enjoying a calming moment with my favourite tea (pink hibiscus tea, of course!) before settling into my own dance studio, I need some practice for my next grand performance! š©°
Until next time, keep those pink tutu spirits shining, you beautiful people! š
Love always,
Pink Tutu Sparkles * *www.pink-tutu.com
