So, as pilots, are we merely bus drivers to get from A to B as safely as possible, or did we become pilots to develop our handling and professional skills to the point where we can do a bit more than that?
While being responsible for the lives of others the very definition of your role is getting from A to B as safely as possible.
We became pilots BY developing handling and professional skills not to develop them when there is an audience or camera nearby.
Aviation is a structured environment and it is that way because of safety and all the lessons that have been learned. What was acceptable or the norm 20 years ago is not acceptable today. It is all about context.
Impromptu, seat of the pants flying to impress others is dangerous for those in the air and on the ground.
By all means, go fly the socks off it in the right controlled, environment. If it's your aircraft, only your backside in the seat go for broke. If not, then a bit more respect for your pax and aircraft would be in order.
Accidents start between the ears, developing that muscle during each flight would be far more productive.