The Cross of the Sacred Representation of the Passion of Christ in Francavilla di Sicilia
A Passioni Association
Francavilla di Sicilia, Sicily

Since 1790.
The Passion lives on.

235 years of history, faith and tradition
in the heart of Sicily.

An association born from passion

Founded in January 2023, the Association “a Passioni” was created to promote and safeguard the Sacred Representation of the Passion of Christ.

Our activity is based on passion, dedication and the desire to spread and preserve a cultural heritage of immeasurable value. We are committed to rediscovering and enhancing the historical and cultural roots of our village.

As a non-profit association, all our activities are oriented towards the common good. We believe in the power of active participation and solidarity.

Our history

Cultural and Historical Promotion

We organise events and initiatives that highlight the historical roots and cultural significance of the Passion of Christ.

Social Commitment and Volunteering

We support social projects and volunteering activities, contributing to community wellbeing and solidarity.

Intangible Heritage

A centuries-old representation dating back to 1790, performed in the ancient village of Francavilla di Sicilia as a natural open-air theatre.

The Representation in images

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Our events

Representation of the Passion of Christ
Palm Sunday

Representation of the Passion of Christ

The Sacred Representation in the ancient village of Francavilla di Sicilia, with over 500 participants in period costumes. An open-air theatre between faith and history.

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Summer Passion
Summer 2025

Summer Passion

An experiential journey in three moments: local street food, Sicilian storytelling, and the Representation of the Passion with video projections.

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A Passioni in Music
Music competition

A Passioni in Music

A competition open to musicians and composers to create the official music for the Sacred Representation. Tradition meets contemporary creation.

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Photo Archive

Over four decades of history

From the historic editions of 1985 and 1987 to the modern representations of 2023, 2024 and 2025. A photographic archive telling the evolution of a centuries-old tradition through faces, costumes and places.

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