EP 24 – Imran – Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus
This week on the Gay P H X Podcast, Bily sits down with Imran, President of the Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus, to talk about Broadway Lights, the chorus’s upcoming production celebrating the music, emotion, and storytelling that have made Broadway a home for generations of LGBTQ+ people.
From finding community through music to creating safe and welcoming spaces where people can be themselves, Imran shares how the chorus has grown into one of Arizona’s most important LGBTQ+ organizations and why its mission is as important today as ever.
We talk about:
• The inspiration behind Broadway Lights
• How music creates connection and belonging
• The role the chorus plays in the Phoenix LGBTQ+ community
• What it takes to produce a show with more than 140 performers
• The power of visibility, representation, and showing up for one another
• Why community support matters now more than ever
Plus:
🏳️🌈 Bily shares a personal health update and reflects on the importance of community during Pride Month
🌈 Highlights from the Summer Queer Market and the incredible mix of LGBTQ+ people, allies, artists, makers, and small businesses who came together to celebrate community
💖 We recognize the ongoing outpouring of love and support surrounding Arizona LGBTQ+ icon Regina Gazelle and the upcoming Feminine Joy celebration honoring her legacy
Whether you’re a longtime supporter of the arts, a Broadway fan, or simply looking for a reminder of what community can accomplish when people come together, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
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