Simon
Simon, a man of Cyrene.
[Longinus enters from the right accompanied by several other legionaries.]
Longinus
[To the Centurion.] The Nazarene has fallen. The cross crushes him. He can go no further.
The Centurion
Here’s one to bear it, bring it in the garden.
[Longinus goes out right. The Centurion and legionaries surround Simon and strip him of his outer garments. When they have done so the Mocker with the Scourge enters from the right waving the scourge threateningly, looking off as he enters. He turns and dances about Simon.]
The Mocker with the Scourge