Circus gives back “Dive of Death” for the first time since 1986, the woman, 65, to perform

A circus is getting ready to get back a stunt Called the “Matter” and it will be performed by a 65-year-old woman.

Circus Oz-a company that describes itself as “a multi-engine ensemble for a multi-engine audience,” per its Website – will perform their new show Non -stop At Melbourne International Comedy Festival at Melbourne Town Hall in Australia later this month.

During the show, Debra Batton will perform the stunt, which extends all over the arena and involves a triple Somersault done while dozens of foot above the audience.

“It is (an) incredible stunt,” said show director Nicci Wilks while talking to Australian broadcasting companies (ABC).

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Circus Oz mentioned The last time the diving was performed at Melbourne Town Hall was almost 40 years since 1986.

Circus shared a video of the 1980s performance side by side with pictures of Batton that performed the stunt 2022 at Forum Theater, also in Melbourne.

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In an interview in 2019 with Sydney Morning HeraldThe then 59-year-old Batton said she had no plans for retirement. She added that she thought she actually became a better artist with age.

“Artists come in their own way very often with their anxiety And their desire to please, “she said to the outlet.” I found myself very embraced that I will not seek approval. ”

“I was a much more relaxed artist, because there is little, at 50, where you feel” what do I have to lose? “” Added batton.

The athlete also explained Sydney Morning Herald That many people – especially women – go away and feel inspired after seeing her perform.

“Older women come to me and say,” I am so inspired and want to come out and do more things, “she said.” And you know, even young women are extremely inspired by it too. ”

Tickets to see Oz Circus perform their show Non -stop At Melbourne Town Hall from April 16 to April 20 can be purchased here.