A personal and unofficial guide to the Procession and the Dance of Death of Verges
Following the frantic Capdanser comes the figure that gives narrative and philosophical meaning to the entire event: the Verges Procession Standard-Bearer. Unlike the leader who leaps and spins, this skeleton …
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The Capdanser, popularly known as ‘The Scythe,’ is the most iconic and technically skilled figure in the renowned Verges Procession. As the leader of the skeletons in the Capdanser Dance …
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In the absolute darkness of Maundy Thursday night in Verges, when the public lights go out, there is only one way to see death: by fire. The Torchbearers are a …
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The history of the Verges Procession has been marked by challenges. One of its most critical moments occurred during the Spanish Verges Procession Civil War period (1936-1939). It wasn’t a …
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The Children’s Procession of Verges: A Young Tradition On Holy Saturday (or Saturday of Glory), the Verges Children’s Procession takes place at 5 PM. It is also divided into two …
Verges Children’s Procession Read more...The great Vergélitain night is divided into two distinct parts. The first begins at 10 PM in the main square, featuring a theatrical representation of the Mystery of the Passion—the …
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🎟️ ℹ️ Post-Procession Update: 📆 Next edition: Maundy Thursday, March 25, 2027. 🎟️ Ticket sales: The official platform will open ticket sales a few months prior to the event. The …
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