When joy was resistance on the dance floor

Nebraska Dance is celebrating its 25th anniversary of providing dance instruction in Omaha. Founder Stephanie Pearson is currently reflecting on the growth and evolution of the organization over the past two and a half decades. Meanwhile, separate reports examine the historical significance of queer nightlife during the AIDS crisis, analyzing how the act of experiencing joy on the dance floor served as a form of resistance during the Trump era and previous societal challenges.