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After two years, on Wednesday he reenacts the traditional Auto Reyes in El Berro, organized and represented by the residents of the hamlet itself.
The celebrations of the start date on January 5 at night, when their Majesties make delivering gifts to the children of El Berro in a traditional ceremony held every year in the House of Culture.
On 6 January it takes place the Auto de Reyes, a representation of the Adoration of the Magi to the infant Jesus, who has a long historical tradition.
The text, written in verse, dates back to 1748 and the work shows the arrival of the Magi to Jerusalem, guided by the Star.
There are and head to Herod, who asks the reason has led them to his Kingdom.
They respond that go to Bethlehem led by a star, eager to see the new King of Judea, who was born in that town.
Herod shows his anger and discontent to hear the news that someone might wrest his kingdom and scepter.
Meanwhile, there are two shepherds give a touch of grace and humor, telling his way what is happening in the Kingdom of Judea are Jusepe and Rebekah.
The play ends with the Adoration of the Three Kings to the Infant Jesus.
The representation of this Auto Magi takes place in different parts of the district, and starts in the parking Camping El Berro, former "School Age", where the Angel makes a brief introduction;
then are the three Kings, who come from different points, to make your entrance to the village, waiting for the star and the gang, responsible for entertain with traditional sounds representation.
After the game, head to the Plaza Mayor, where the scene takes place with Herod and his guard Beefeaters and the representation of Jusepe and Rebekah.
Finally, the adoration of the Child, which takes place in the church during the traditional Mass.
Alhama City Council collaborates again with the celebration of this event by providing various resources, such as horses and a set of speakers and microphones for dialogues of the characters to be heard by all those attending the performance.
This year also aids in creating the stage.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Alhama de Murcia
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