Yes, he does belong on stage. He is an incredible entertainer and singer. I'd love for him to be on tv weekly doing something.

Firecracker, I don't know what to say about Clay. He's got a great voice and material that just does not sell well in the current market. The whole business of being a late night punching bag really is a problem, and unfortunately, he just made a life choice that is certainly going to make it worse.

I don't understand why the idea that somebody MIGHT be a closet case was so overwhelming fascinating that it had to become the huge albatross that sunk his career, but it did.

Maybe he can still do Broadway. I don't know where else he can turn at this point. It isn't looking very good at the moment.

Jason Castro is now really the only Idol fandom I have left.

Where as I like David Cook and will buy his CD's........Jason Castro really is my main fandom as well. JD Fortune has just been gone from the public for way too long and I have lost interest. When his solo CD comes out, I think in Sept., I will give it a listen and see if I like it. I love Clay's voice and I hope something turns things around for him.

Right now, for me, it's all about Jason Castro!

I couldn't agree more about the "life choice" Abrahammy. That was the first thing that went through my mind when I found out about it. The closet case thing shouldn't have mattered at all, but man it sure took over his career and life. Poor guy. He is in such a tough position right now. He just can't seem to have the personal life AND career that he wants That is if he still wants the career. He hasn't blogged or had a thing done on his Official Fan Club in months. It's like he has turned away from the fans.

I think most of the late night stuff is aimed at the fans. It's all about getting Clay's old biddie fans riled up so the writers can make fun of how clueless and/or homophobic we all are.

FWIW, I do believe that once the baby is born, he'll come out of hiding and we'll start getting more information. I know some fans think he's never ever planning on mentioning it but I believe the plan always was to keep the baby story under wraps until after the birth.

From Variety.com:

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'Rock of Ages' cues Off B'way run 80s musical features Journey, Bon Jovi tunes By GORDON COX It's taken ages, but it looks like "Rock of Ages" will finally get an Off Broadway run this fall. "American Idol" alum Constantine Maroulis ("The Wedding Singer") will topline the 1980s-set musical that incorporates tunes by music acts of the era, including Journey, Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Styx, Twisted Sister and Whitesnake. Show will play New World Stages starting in September. In "Rock," written by Chris D'Arienzo ("Barry Munday"), a Hollywood rock club threatened by developers serves as the backdrop for a romance between a wannabe guitar hero and a small-town girl. Kristin Hanggi ("Bare") directs. "Rock" originated in a seven-week L.A. run in 2006, and also played a week in Vegas later that year. With a production team led by Matthew Weaver, Carl Levin and Corner Store Entertainment, "Rock" has been circling Gotham for a while now. Last year, a spring 2007 run was pushed back to a fall 2007 start date that did not materialize. Newly skedded engagement is produced in association with Scott Prisand, Janet Billig Rich, Hillary Weaver, Jeff Davis, Charles Rolecek and Barry Habib. Capitalization has previously been estimated at south of $2 million, a fairly hefty sum by Off Broadway standards. Marketing strategy is being hammered out. VH1 Classic has partnered with the show for its L.A. run and a reading in Gotham, and producers are in discussion with the net about continuing its involvement. Off Broadway production will be choreographed by Kelly Devine, with a design team including Beowulf Borritt (sets), Gregory Gale (costumes) and Jason Lyons (lights).

If I ever have to hear him butcher a Journey tune by one of the greatest voices in rock, I'll be the one in the corner crying and sucking my thumb.

Here's another article that just came up on Broadway World

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Constantine Maroulis to Star in 'Rock of Ages' Wednesday, August 6, 2008; Posted: 3:38 PM - by BWW News Desk Constantine Maroulis is set to star in the musical Rock of Ages. Rock of Ages will play New World Stages beginning September 30th. The rising nostalgia for the 1980s, its timeless music, and the classic “hair bands” whose sonic power filled the airwaves and the clubs on L.A.’s Sunset Strip have led to the creation of ROCK OF AGES, a rock musical set in Hollywood in 1986, when it was all about big chords, big dreams, and… big hair! The show explores the pursuit of dreams: some come true, some are cut short and some change along the way. No matter what, the persistence of the human heart is what matters…so Don’t Stop Believing! ROCK OF AGES blends the traditions of musical theatre with the joy, energy and passion of a rock concert. Tickets go on sale soon for the season’s most exciting and original theatrical experience.

I wish Constantine the very best of luck with this show. He'll do a great job with these songs, I have no doubt. I can't wait to see it.

The wording about "big hair" cracks me up. I loved big hair. I finally stopped wearing it one day but with big regrets!

Ha - I still have big hair! Just a wee bit less big

Sounds like a fun show! Let us know when you are going Lau! Can't wait to hear all about it.

Constantine Maroulis: Turning really good cheese rotten and moldy. Sigh.

Heh. I think it's perfect for him. Fangirl analysis - he'll be back on stage, where he's always been best, singing songs that probably suit him well and it will be a fun show.

Snarky analysis - a guy who pretended to be a rocker for a show that is mostly about oldies will pretend to be a rocker for a professional musical that is mostly about oldies.

Sincerely though, I am glad he's found real work again.

I think he will do a good job. There will be ham with that cheese though!

He can sing some songs really, really good - like Bo Rap and some others I have really enjoyed. Sometimes I didn't think he sang very well - like anything Betty I bet he has fun with it!

Congrats to Bo! He and his wife and another little boy yesterday! All are doing well!