Full Interview with Composer and Music Director Conrad Askland on his musical PTGA

Описание: Join host Flobo Boyce on Knew Amsterdam Radio as he sits down with composer Conrad Askland—music director, producer, and creator of the powerful and controversial musical Pray the Gay Away. In this in-depth interview, Askland shares the emotional journey behind writing a show that tackles the deeply disturbing world of gay conversion therapy, also known as reparative therapy.

Watch the musical Pray the Gay Away here:    • Pray the Gay Away the musical  

🎼 Pray the Gay Away is a bold and unapologetic musical that sheds light on real-life trauma faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in the name of religion and so-called "healing." Set in 1982 Minnetonka, Minnesota, the show combines humor, heartbreak, and musical storytelling to expose the chilling practices that still echo in today’s political climate.

In this candid conversation, Conrad discusses:

Why he chose such a provocative title—and trademarked it
His process of researching faith-based conversion therapy
The balance of humor and horror in musical theater
Working with PFLAG and church groups to shape the tone
The impact of opening night—and the tears that followed
How COVID derailed the show’s trajectory—and why he’s bringing it back in 2025

His hopes for sparking conversation and building empathy across divides
🎭 Pray the Gay Away – Conrad Askland on Writing a Musical About Gay Conversion Therapy

🎥 The full musical production of Pray the Gay Away® is now available to watch here on Conrad Askland’s YouTube channel.

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🎙️ Knew Amsterdam Radio with Flobo Boyce dives deep in this electrifying podcast episode featuring Conrad Askland, the bold and brilliant composer behind the groundbreaking stage production: Pray the Gay Away® – The Musical.

🔥 This powerful and provocative musical tackles the explosive intersection of politics, religion, and culture—shining a spotlight on the controversial and often heartbreaking world of gay conversion therapy. Get an inside look at how Conrad crafted this daring theatrical journey that challenges norms, sparks conversation, and dares to speak the unspeakable.

🎧 Don't miss this compelling interview that goes behind the curtain of one of the most talked-about musicals in recent years!

🎭 WATCH the full musical here ➡️    • Pray the Gay Away the musical  

🎵 Pray the Gay Away – The Musical
Book, Music, Lyrics & Orchestrations by Conrad Askland

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