Main/Military Plaza in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

The Maromeros or Rope Dancers

William Bollaert, Diary, September 22, 1843

— Main Plaza —

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Photographed by James Hulse, August 9, 2021

1. The Maromeros or Rope Dancers Marker

Inscription. In the evening I had the pleasure of going...to see the Maromeros, or Provincial rope dancers and actores! The company consisted of a comical Payaso, or clown, three young men and one female. The performance was al fresco in the courtyard of a house in the public square. At the foot of the tight rope was made two large fires, this being the only illumination for actors and audience. The rope dance over, tumbling commenced, this being finished, upon a rude stage, a comedy and two farces followed...

Erected 2008 by Bexar County and the city of San Antonio.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment • Hispanic Americans.

Location. 29° 25.443′ N, 98° 29.612′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in Main/Military Plaza. It can be reached from the intersection of Dolorosa and Main Plaza. The marker lays flat on the ground in the Main Plaza grounds. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 Dolorosa, San Antonio TX 78205, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally,

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this marker is in South Texas.

It is also in the American South.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The West Bank (a few steps from this marker); The Canary Islanders (a few steps from this marker); "The Founders" (a few steps from this marker); San Antonio: The Flavor of Its Past (a few steps from this marker); Sell the Courthouse (a few steps from this marker); Bexar County Commissioners Court (a few steps from this marker); 200th Anniversary of San Antonio Municipal Government (a few steps from this marker); Justice's Court (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Antonio.

Regarding The Maromeros or Rope Dancers. When visiting Main Plaza, be sure to look for and locate all 30 significant, historical pavers embedded into the floor of the plaza.

Also see . . . Rope-dancing.

The view of the Maromeros or Rope Dancers Marker from the front of the courthouse image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, August 9, 2021

2. The view of the Maromeros or Rope Dancers Marker from the front of the courthouse

There are a variety of forms and techniques which have been used throughout history. These include:

Chinese jump rope – in which a circular rope is used to make patterns in a technique which resembles hopscotch and the cat's cradleRope-sliding – in which the performer slides down a tight rope or cable somewhat like a modern zip lineSkipping – in which the performer repeatedly jumps over a swinging ropeSlackwire – in which the rope or wire is slack and so a swinging technique is neededTightrope walking – in which the rope or wire is tight and a balancing technique is used Source: Wikipedia

(Submitted on December 25, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)

Artwork of the The Maromeros or Rope Dancers Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, August 9, 2021

3. Artwork of the The Maromeros or Rope Dancers Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 25, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 376 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 26, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.