Tutu Tuesday 66

Tutu Tuesday in Stevenage: A Whirlwind of Tulle So, it's #tututuesday, and I'm here in Stevenage, a town that's normally more known for its shopping centres than its ballet scene. But, I'm here to report on a truly inspiring event - Tutu Tuesday! The concept is simple, yet incredibly effective: wear a tutu anywhere, everywhere, anytime. It's about embracing the fun, the whimsy, and the joy of dance, and spreading it through the community. And Stevenage embraced it with open arms!
A Tartan Tutu-topia My first stop was the bustling Stevenage Market, where I spotted a group of school children, their faces aglow with excitement, wearing tartan tutus - a playful homage to the Scottish origins of the dance. It was just the injection of cheer I needed. They told me all about their ballet classes and how Tutu Tuesday had encouraged them to wear their tutus everywhere. Then I bumped into a woman in a vibrant turquoise tutu, a retired accountant, she told me, who used to dance as a child and had never felt quite brave enough to wear a tutu outside the dance studio. But Tutu Tuesday was her chance to revisit those happy memories. It was inspiring to see her radiate such joy and confidence, reminding me that dancing and a good tutu really have the power to make everyone feel a little bit lighter and more joyful.
The Tutus of Stevenage: A Style Guide The styles were as diverse as the participants: there were classic Romantic tutus, layered and billowing, perfect for gliding around the market. I saw plenty of modern tutu styles, too. Short and edgy, these seemed perfectly at home among the latest fashion trends. And, of course, no Tutu Tuesday would be complete without a tutu or two crafted from recycled materials, reminding us all of the importance of sustainable living. I saw an eco-conscious mother and daughter twirling their way through the town in tutus made from old T-shirts - it was wonderfully creative.
From Tea Shops to Skate Parks The buzz of Tutu Tuesday wasn’t limited to the market. As I ventured further into town, I noticed people wearing their tutus everywhere: a group of teenagers having fun at the local skatepark, a few mums enjoying coffee and cake at the bakery, a businessman picking up a newspaper from the newsagents, all wearing a touch of ballet. It was clear that Stevenage was really getting into the spirit of the day! It was amazing to see how this seemingly small act of wearing a tutu brought together so many different types of people.
Tutu Tuesday: The Next Chapter By the end of the day, my spirits were soaring. I felt as if I’d witnessed something really special in Stevenage. I believe it demonstrated just how empowering and uplifting ballet can be. The magic of tutus, their elegant flow, the feeling of lightness they create, they can make anyone, no matter their age or background, feel more confident, more daring and a little bit more joyful. I’ll definitely be back next #tututuesday in Stevenage. If you see a tutu-wearing ballet dancer on the street, give her a smile – you never know, you might be starting your own dance of joy.