The theme of this dance is the VOID-Fullness. Autumn has a way of creating space to shed, go within and reflect, face one's shadows and be held in darkness. The void has many meanings and interpretations. It can be seen as a cave in which the psyche and inner world dwells, a spacious cosmos, a space to face darkness/shadowy aspects of oneself and the collective, meeting the unknown etc.This dance experience is an opportunity to explore your relationship with the void. There is no right or wrong way to experience or process the void. The void may seem empty at times and daunting. But like all things, there are multiple sides and layers. The void is also a plentiful space where rest, restoration, introspection, love and surrender dwells. This dance is an invitation to surrender and allow the void and fullness to guide you. Being open to surprise, the unknown and one's inner knowing. Being empty and full at the same time.
Welcoming your whole being to dance with the VOID-Fullness in each moment.
There will be a grounding practice, an opening circle to share intentions, a meditation/ritual/somatic practice inspired by the theme, the dance will be 1 hour and there will be a closing circle with optional sharing and a closing ritual.
Feel free to bring a yoga mat, cushion or something to sit on, and water and a journal or items to contribute to the altar if you'd like.
Payment/energy exchange: $20 (PayPal or Venmo @lexamaxdi or cash at the door).
Email [email protected] if you’re interested in volunteering to check participants in and collect payment the day of the event, in exchange for a free ticket!
*Email [email protected] if you need a sliding scale payment option*
$5 dollars from each ticket will be donated to All Art Works.
Thank you All Art Works for the opportunity to share ecstatic dance!
All Art Works is a unique organization that promotes artists and allows one to browse art online and bring beloved pieces home. They have regular events and rotating art in their gallery. It’s an organization that exemplifies dedication, care, passion for sharing art and community connection.
Learn more at https://allartworks.com
About Ecstatic Dance:
It's a free form dance, with no choreography. Simply intuitive movement. The dance playlist creates a wave of rhythms to facilitate journeying. The intention is to form community connection and connection with one's body/mind and soul.
Ecstatic Dance Guidelines:
-This is a substance free event. Refrain from being under the influence of substances, including marijuana, vaping etc. when you show up to the dance and no substance use during the event. Please show up as you are.
-No photographs or video recording is permitted, unless the whole group consents.
-No verbal communication on the dance floor. Feel free to leave the dance floor if you need to speak with someone.
-You may dance with or interact with others during the dance but provide clear nonverbal communication to say yes or no to engage with another. Honor your needs!
-Have fun, respect the collective space and yourself and listen to your body!
-Ages 18+ (kids are free and welcome if accompanied by an adult and watched and attended to during the dance/event as needed)
*EVERYbody is welcome, regardless of ability. This event is a supportive space to move your body as much or as little as you'd like. Listen to what your body needs throughout the dance and feel free to honor its needs.
River Noel/Alexa Magsoudi’s Bio:
Dance has been a soulful companion throughout my life. I first discovered ecstatic dance in the Red Woods of California in 2019 and became inspired to share this embodied, community driven and holistic practice. It has been a gift to host and co-create events in Lansing, Grand Rapids and Traverse City, Michigan, along with British Columbia, Canada. Ecstatic dance offers organic body movement, feeling waves of e-motions and connecting in a space that is supportive and liberating. Dance feels like home and sharing it is a calling and return to love.
~Osteopathic Healer, Artist and Ecstatic Dance Facilitator~
Connect with River/Alexa via email at [email protected] or Facebook @AlexaMagsoudi
Event venue
AllArtWorks, 333 Cesar E Chavez Ave SW,Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
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