Juan Pelotero and his gang cracking jokes and japes on the streets of Calasparra is a 500 year old tradition the Town Hall were determined would go ahead this year, in spite of the Covid-19 epidemic, albeit in symbolic form.
This popular character with his judge, his town clerk and his prison guard carry the symbols of municipal authority: the sceptre, the turkey quill pen and the town census, issuing fines and punishments on the residents of the town.
Marked by precautions for Covid-19 masks and social distancing were an essential of this street theatre. The hour of his arrival was not announced to avoid crowds.
Nexonr includes a photo album of the Pelotero´s antics for readers to enjoy in the safety of their homes.
