A NEW death-defying extreme circus is descending on Southampton for the May bank holiday as part of its European tour.

A one-of-a-kind performance, it has been five years in the making and features some of the most talented performers in the world.

Merging modern and contemporary styles with extreme stunts and classic clown escapades, audiences will be amazed by the jam-packed Circus Extreme.

Its show-stopping performances will have you on the edge of your seat, when not falling off it with laughter.

Acts include the Danguir Troupe, who will be performing a high wire and double wheel of death stunt which has never been seen before in the UK, with leader of the troop, Mustafa Danger, flying in all the way from Africa for the performance.

The extreme FMX team will be bringing jaw-dropping stunts to the Big Top as pilots fly through the air displaying cliff-hangers, nac nacs and supermans.

Battling for air space, the resident riders are sure to get the adrenaline pumping as they defy gravity with incredible mid-air backflips.

The stunt riding team will also be performing the Globe of Death. The most death-defying act ever completed, they experience G-force similar to that of a fighter pilot. Watch as they loop vertically and horizontally all while encased in a mesh sphere. This really is one for the petrolheads!

Henry the World famous Prince of Clowns, a legendary figure in the circus industry, will be keeping the audience amused throughout the show.

On top of this there will be the Cloud Swing flying Trapeze, Whirl Wind Jugglers and lots more.

Circus Extreme is at Mayflower Park from Friday April 26 to Monday May 6.

Tickets range in price from £12 for rear tickets to £36 for VIP ringside tickets with a £4 discount for concessions.

Visit circusextreme.co.uk