A personal and unofficial guide to the Procession and the Dance of Death of Verges
At the 2026 National Day celebrations, Verges paid tribute to Maria Perpinyà i Sais with readings from her work and music, marking the 125th anniversary of her birth.
Verges paid tribute to Maria Perpinyà on the 125th anniversary of her birth Read more...
Holy Wednesday is the eve of the Procession’s big day in Verges. After days of rehearsal, there is still time to refine gestures, lines and the coordination between groups. Tomorrow …
Holy Wednesday in Verges: Rehearsal & Reflection Read more...
The first major change I heard about for this edition was the Verges Procession 2026 starting earlier, at 11:30 PM. I confess that, as a Christian and a lover of …
Verges Procession 2026: A Resounding Success Read more...
In 2026, the Verges Procession schedule has undergone a significant change. The start of the street procession, historically set at midnight, has been moved forward to 11:30 PM. This seemingly …
Verges Procession Schedule: Tradition vs. Change Read more...
Snail Street is the popular name for carrer de l’Orient, one of the most distinctive places on the Verges Procession’s route. Small oil lamps made from snail shells and fixed …
Snail Street: light and shared work in Verges Read more...
⭐ HISTORIC UPDATE INTRODUCED IN 2026 | 9:15 PM – The Palm Scene Introduced in 2026, the Palm Scene is taking a step forward by returning to its origins. 📍 …
Verges Procession 2027 Schedule & Program Read more...
Matthew Feliu i Medinyà was, without a doubt, the person who participated in the Dance of Death for the longest time. He joined at just **8 years old**, carrying one …
Mateu Feliu: A Legacy in the Verges Procession Read more...
The Dansa de la Mort has travelled outside Verges in different circumstances. Demonstrations elsewhere, liturgical performances inside a church and the circulation of images must be distinguished. Màriam Serrà records …
The Dance of Death Beyond Verges Read more...
Although its natural habitat is the dark streets of Verges, the **Verges Dance of Death** makes a chilling star appearance on the stage in the Square that is guaranteed to …
Dance of Death on Stage in Verges Read more...
The Tabal sets the rhythm of Verges’ Dance of Death. The local name identifies both the drum and the character who plays it. Behind the Clock, he accompanies the five …
The Tabal: rhythm and coordination in the Dance of Death Read more...