Sep
15
to Oct 13

Movement Philosophy

Movement Philosophy will gather on Mondays for 5 weeks to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $15-35 for drop-in (actual cost $25).
Sliding scale of $50-$150 for the 5 week series (actual cost $100, totaling $20 per class).
No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please email me if this is cost prohibited.

RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.

This series reading theme will be announced late August.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

Movement Philosophy is led and organized by Madison Mae Parker (MFA).
Madison Mae Parker is a queer, white, neurodivergent ritual artist and witch. Parker holds an MFA from the School of the Art Institute and is finalizing their practicum to become a registered somatic movement educator (RSME/T) through ISMETA by way of the Tamalpa Institute (founded by Anna Halprin). They deeply believe our bodies are our first source of wisdom, our way to build another world.
MadisonMaeParker.com

**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

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Oct
11
to Nov 1

Somatic Class with Khecari Dance

  • Indian Boundary Cultural Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This class focuses on finding ease, support, and increased capacity in your body. If you are interested in exploring embodiment in a non-judgmental environment that centers connection, this class is for you.

Classes are Saturdays from 11:30am - 12:30pm :: October 11th - November 1st, 2025.

This class may be subbed by another teacher. We encourage pre-registration and early purchases of drop-in classes, so that if a class has to be cancelled for health or safety concerns, the teacher can let you know by email. If you are doing a last-minute drop-in class and want to be assured there is no unexpected last-minute cancellation, you can let the teacher know you plan to attend (madisonmaeparker@gmail.com).


If we have to cancel a class, we will schedule a make up class at the end of the series.


The series class pass is for the current session, we do not offer individual make-ups for absences through our series class pass.

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Movement Philosophy
Dec
23
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Dec
16
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Dec
9
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Dec
2
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Nov
25
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Nov
18
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Nov
11
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Oct
28
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Oct
21
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 W North Avenue Chicago, IL United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.


**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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Movement Philosophy
Oct
14
7:30 PM19:30

Movement Philosophy

  • 2846 West North Avenue Chicago, IL, 60647 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Every Monday, Movement Philosophy will gather together to read writings (articles, poems, songs, essays, & more) and explore them through movement, the arts, and community. In an attempt to take the academy outside of the institutional walls, in an attempt to tap into the wisdom innate within our bodies, in an attempt to trust the wisdom of the land, how might we be in relationship to the text alongside one another?

Your favorite elements of a college lecture (the discussion!! (imo))), meets embodiment explorations, meets community engagement, meets reading circle adjacent!

We will gather for a small meditation and check-in, followed by a quick guided movement, reading of our texts together, discussion, followed by more movement, creative exploration (writing/drawing/making of any kind), before we close out with a final discussion time.

Sliding scale of $5-25.
Space is limited to 8,
so RSVP!
RSVP is also necessary to send out arrival instructions, what we will be reading, and other important information prior to the workshop.



**If needing certain mobility accommodations, please email the event organizer.

This is for all people wanting to explore embodiment, somatics, writings, world building/dreaming alongside others in community. All bodies, physical abilities**, and experiences to writing, academic texts, somatics, the arts, and more are welcomed.

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IN//TO in(to) - 2024 IMPACT Performance Festival
Apr
6
5:30 PM17:30

IN//TO in(to) - 2024 IMPACT Performance Festival

  • School of the Art Institute of Chicago (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

into (preposition): expressing movement or action with the result that someone or something becomes enclosed or surrounded by something else

An invitation into your own belonging: belonging to self, belonging in relationships, belonging to creativity. IN//TO (in)to is a durational performance, an interactive ritual, and a place to come and rest. We cannot dream up another world in isolation. We grow in connection. We must dream alongside each other. Let love crack us open.


Join me for my thesis performance at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago April 6th. The event is free and open to the public. All guests must show a state-issued ID upon entry.

For more information, please visit The IMPACT Festival Page here.

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Learning Exercises
Mar
30
1:00 PM13:00

Learning Exercises

An afternoon mini-symposium as part of Chris Reeves and Lauren Sudbrink’s Unlearning Exercises! Hosted at Roots & Culture! Come join this free event where I will share some words and thoughts alongisde Alden Burke, Alekandandra Walaskzek, and Alex Bradley Cohen.

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Sacred Self: Power of Celebration
Apr
2
10:00 AM10:00

Sacred Self: Power of Celebration

**PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED**

Event description:

What did the church teach you was shameful that now you long to reclaim as lovely? What does it mean to celebrate ourselves in our full authenticity? There is power in being ourselves and knowing our identities. Our stories are our own to try out, define, and reshape as we please.

Join Emily Bartlett P-RDT, TTT (she/her) and Madison Mae Parker (she/her) on April 2, 2022 from 10 am- 4pm in Kansas City as we celebrate ourselves and detangle our identity from the places that try to shame us into changing. This will be a day of centering within ourselves and connecting with others through the arts, therapy, and creative work. No prior arts or creative experience required.

Space is limited. Cost is $80 with lunch and supplies included. Scholarships available- email b.hivetheatre@gmail.com inquire.

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The Sacred Self: Origin Story
Feb
26
10:00 AM10:00

The Sacred Self: Origin Story

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

**PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED**

Every hero has an origin story: the explanation of childhood events and culture, and how that made them who they are. A mash-up of family, religion, community, expression. But what is the origin story of our own beginning? How do we separate what doesn’t serve us and merge with what’s possible?

What are the things that we need to acknowledge from our own religious and familial upbringing that harmed us? Are there things that we have assumed are part of our character, but really they were part of a cultural system of trauma? What do we do when we realize we don’t align with those practices/beliefs/family members anymore? What can we do with those toxic beliefs and can we maybe replace them in our lives?

Join Emily Bartlett P-RDT, TTT (she/her) and Madison Mae Parker (she/her) on February 26th from 10 am- 4pm in Kansas City to explore your origin story and how it is informed by your family, and your family’s religious practices. We will begin the process of detangling the parts of ourselves from the parts that were formed through church trauma and toxic beliefs.

Space is limited. Cost is $75 with lunch and supplies included. Scholarships available- email b.hivetheatre@gmail.com inquire.

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Saving Ourselves
Nov
12
to Nov 14

Saving Ourselves

A weekend retreat facilitated by Madison Mae Parker and Emily Bartlett in Kansas City, MO for those who have experienced trauma from the evangelical church.

To register and receive more info, head to this form! Registration closes Oct 31st.

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