In the parade the toreros will march across the ring towards the “Palco Presidencial”, the judges' box, where the “presidente”, a judge officiating the event, stands and salutes the parade as they reach his side of the ring. The president is the chief assessor of the bullfight, who is assisted by an artistic advisor as well as a veterinarian; his role is to preside over and judge the spectacle.The matadors, the star performers of the afternoon, somewhat akin to being the frontman of their band of toreros, can usually be distinguished by their wearing a suit of lights with gold embroidery. The banderilleros will wear suits with either silver or black adornments.
After the parade, the most senior matador on the card, the one who has been confirmed in the office of full matador for the longest period of time, takes position behind the barrier facing opposite of the toril, the gate from which the bull will enter the arena in order to begin the