Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus to feature new holiday performance

The Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus recently announced its plans for this year’s holiday performance titled “Let Your Spirit Sparkle.” Made for family, friends and anyone who loves a little extra sparkle, this joyful celebration of the holiday season includes everything from ballads to show-stopping surprises.

Antonio Lozano, Artistic Director of the Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus, joined “Arizona Horizon” to discuss the upcoming performances.

The Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus, formerly known as the Phoenix Metropolitan Men’s Chorus, was originally a recital choir that has since grown into a “show chorus,” with performances featuring staging, costuming, dance, orchestration and video productions. The chorus also addresses various issues, including bullying, violence, suicide, parenting, conversion therapy, discrimination, health care and acceptance.

The Orpheum Theatre will host the choir for two performances this year, at 7 p.m. on December 13, 2025, and at 2 p.m. on December 14, 2025.

“It is a heartwarming show,” Lozano said, “…it’s a show about our past, our present, and the traditions that we take on…we love what we do in our community.”

The chorus also has a dance troupe that includes around 130 singers, utilizing different choreographies to move in complete synchrony. The ages of the members vary, with the youngest being around 22 years old and the oldest being roughly 88 years old.

The organization started roughly 35 years ago, with 16 members who initially joined. When Lozano joined the group, there were roughly 73 members, and since then, that number has grown to 133. Lozano explained how the group is open to everybody, as there is no limit to the number of members that can join.

“We have no cap, because our organization believes that everybody is welcome in the Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus,” Lozano said.

Lozano emphasized how the Phoenix Gay Men’s Chorus serves as a way to bring more attention to the queer community.

“We believe we are a symbol of what our community is,” Lozano explained, “…and we stand for strength, dignity, and tradition.”