Apologies for the lack of posts, but nothing much has been going on besides the world cup and trying to keep cool (it's hot!).
A week or so ago a few of us went to see the Miracle Players, an English-speaking theater group that puts on free shows during the summer in Rome. This season's performance was "The History of Rome, Part I". The group is known for its humor, and beautiful setting within the forum.
With Ashley and Katie.
The performers. Could you ask for a better backdrop?
Julius Caesar and Marc Antony.
Caligula.
Cardinals afoot near St Peter's!
The pope and his security.
Driving home.
Tuesday was the feast of Sts Peter and Paul, the patron saints of Rome, and on Monday night fireworks were set off at the Castel S'Angelo to start the festivities. Apparently these fireworks were designed by Michelangelo back in the day. I don't know if that's true or not, but they were beautiful, and since we won't see any on the 4th of July, they were fun to watch.
The crowds before the show.
Cars stopped on the side of the road to watch.
Walking home from the fireworks.
