Palimpsest investigates how memory lives in the body and in space—layered, erased, rewritten, and revealed. A first iteration premiered at Judson Church through Movement Research on January 12, 2026, offering a glimpse of the work’s emerging physical language, spatial logic, and emotional terrain. In its next iteration, the piece expands into an immersive environment composed of corridors where audiences move through and help shape the present alongside the performers.

Caleb Paterson, Mariah Anton, and Andi Farley Shimota. Dress rehearsal pictures preparing for Movement Research at Judson Church, January 12, 2026.

Photo Credit: Julie Lemberger

Story Time was performed May 2025 at The Center at West Park. Above is a trailer for the live show, below photos from the piece (by Julie Lemberger) —also, a fun promo from a photo shoot (costumes: Katrin Schnabl). We also created a short film: Story Time, cinematography and editing by Nate Reininga. Below is the trailer.

‘AND THEN, NOW’

AT THE GREEN-WOOD CEMETERY

About the Company

Jody Oberfelder Projects creates site-specific immersive experiences for audiences, using dance as the connecting language. Based in New York City since 1988, JOP uses movement as a forum for interactivity, contemplation of ideas, and personal connection. Jody Oberfelder Projects is committed to making dance accessible to people from all walks of life.

“Thank You, to the 'Starry Night Fund' at The Chicago Community Foundation, for your support!”

-Jody Oberfelder