The circus might conjure up images of burly strong men, ringmasters in top hats and dainty acrobats in frilly outfits.
But this all-female circus troupe is bringing something entirely different to the table.
YUCK Circus is subverting gender norms through flips, tricks and frank conversations in their electrifying modern take on the classic art form.
We asked Georgia Deguara, director of YUCK Circus, why it’s so important to bring female perspectives into this space – and how on earth she got into circus in the first place.
Who knew you could get a degree in Circus Arts? I bet you’re regretting that dry Business Studies decision now.
For Georgia, circus has always been more than a hobby. It is a way of life, and it is the people that make it.
It is still groundbreaking to see only women in a circus performance – and Georgia uses this uniqueness as a selling point for the show. But it hasn’t been easy to forge a space for themselves.
The YUCK troupe, who hail from Australia, are all about directness. They don’t shy away from taboo topics – and they use mesmerising stunts to open up awkward conversations.
Circus life sounds incredible. No two days are the same and Georgia is surrounded by strong, empowering women who physically and metaphorically lift her up.
YUCK Circus will be performing at Underbelly’s Circus Hub on The Meadows as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, from 3rd – 24th Aug.
I am Team GB
Toyota has teamed up with Team GB to re-launch the hugely successful participation campaign ‘I am Team GB’.
Inspired by the achievements of Team GB athletes and the amazing efforts of local community heroes, Team GB has created ‘The Nation’s Biggest Sports Day’, which will take place on the 24thAugust.
Over the weekend, there will be hundreds of free and fun activities across the country, put on by an army of volunteers; the ‘I am Team GB Games Makers’.
To Join the Team and be part of The Nation’s Biggest Sports Day sign up at: www.IAmTeamGB.com
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