Another IDOL hits the Great White Way!

Clay Aiken Joins Broadway's `Spamalot'

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NEW YORK (AP) — Clay Aiken is going from "American Idol" to Eric Idle's "Spamalot."

Aiken will join the Broadway cast of "Monty Python's Spamalot" on Jan. 18, playing one of the leads, Sir Robin, in the Tony Award-winning musical directed by Mike Nichols.

"I really couldn't have asked for a more wonderful group of people to work with," said Aiken, who became a recording and concert star after his appearances on the TV series "American Idol."

"Let's not lie, the chance to work with legendary creative minds like Mike Nichols and Eric Idle is, on its own, a reason to jump at this opportunity."

Aiken will appear in the show, which is based on the film "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," through May 4, 2008. The musical's book is by Idle, an original member of the Python gang, and its score is by Idle and John DuPrez.

"Clay Aiken is amazing beyond that glorious voice," Nichols said. "Turns out he is an excellent comic actor and a master of character."

Maybe Simon was right after all - Clay is perfect for Broadway and the part of Sir Robin will suit him just fine. I guess I'll be embarking on a road trip to NYC in January! Any excuse to go to "the city" is OK with me...

Break a leg, Aiken - I think you'll be a smash!

Getting tired of all the bullsh*t...

Look, gang, I’m a peaceful blogger who has always tried to support Clay Aiken from an honest, realistic viewpoint. As you may have noticed, my March post regarding the "great" recant has been removed because I forgot to site my source - something I’ve apologized for and will try not to repeat in the future. Twilight Dreamer has every right to want and receive credit for her intellectual property and it was a true oversight on my part not to give it to her. I guess with my hectic real life it just slipped my mind and then months past with not action on it until this weekend. Call me stupid, but that is the truth.

This entire soap opera regarding Clay, JP and a host of others has just gotten waaaay out of hand so I would really like to just step back and let others fight it out. I’m sorry that this drama has caused problems in the Clay Nation but I’m getting so fed up with all the angst and mudslinging that I’m about ready to give up on being a Clayfan altogether. I really like the man but the fandom is just too out of control for me. I’ve always tried to back Clay up and be supportive but I’m not a blind follower and have said things that others have not appreciated - to which I get slammed.

No. Thank. You. I don’t need this. I will remove the last post regarding the recant and will no longer post anything on the subject. I would appreciate no further comments on it as well and will be moderating any and all that come through.

I've had it.