Behind the Scenes of the Processions: Roman Soldiers Getting Ready

In the dressing area set up in the courtyard behind the Church of San Giovanni, participants who will portray Roman soldiers in the Thursday procession in Mendrisio are getting ready, putting on their armor and sandals. While some adjust their costumes, others chat as they wait to enter the scene. This moment, part of the Holy Week Processions of Mendrisio, offers a glimpse into the preparation phase and the atmosphere leading up to the performance, made possible each year by the joint efforts of volunteers and municipal staff.