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Is anyone up for a little Jukebox Tour? Sit back, relax and feast your eyes on Clelvis. What we wouldn't do for another Jukebox Tour, oh heck any Tour, LOL.
This video is courtesy of YouTube and was created by Tsunamimommy, thanks.
Originally Posted by lc82577
So, I'm 9 yrs old and I had the best time of my life. It's probably my 11th time now, I'm hoping to be in Spamalot soon, but of course I have to finish school. It's my very first time being a peasant , I was so nervous I was shaking so much. When I saw the numbers, my seat jumped up and my heart started to pound like crazy. I was making movements that my aunt and I would switch seats, but the sound would not come out . I started geting suspicious because everyone was looking at me like (I wonder who is sitting there?) during the play. Once I got on stage, I was so close to Clay that I might have seen that he had a cut on his lip, I do not know how I remember that because I was in a Clay/Robin fog I also saw Clay blowing me kisses. He gave me a new nickname during the SD, "BELL".
P.S. Guess who I want to be, SIR ROBIN, although they make fun of me at dance class for liking the play but, I never listen to them, SPAMALOT IS THE BEST . By the way, my aunt says that she'll post my picture after she scans it tomorrow, we are stil in New York, I live in Massachusetts.
Hi All !!! Just got home from what was supposed to be a short day in New York with tickets only for the matinee, but ended up with us going to the evening show also!!! Tom Deckman was out for the matinee, but back for the evening show!!!
The Matinee was great. It was an audience of mostly NJUs, but a very enthusiastic audience indeed. The crowd was really into the show and there was lots of laugher and applause. Clay was GREAT, as usual....nothing different to report here.
Stage Door this afternoon was incredible. It was 4-5 deep and Clay signed MANY items and took MANY pictures. What I found to be most touching was the fact that Clay sent Jerome out to the Stage Door Crowd to find one of our own, and he brought her back to see Clay. Seems that this very young lady has suffered a loss and Clay took the time to comfort her. I admire him so very much.....please don't ever let anyone tell you that Clay has changed.....HE HAS NOT !!!!! When you see acts of kindness like this, it really touches your heart.
Thank you to Jess for being so kind and for taking a really great picture of Clay and I. As soon as I figure out how to show you guys, I will. Also, Clayphan, has terrific video that she said she will post, and Jess's friend (is it Kristen) also has some really great pictures. It was a really fun afternoon, with lots of friendship, laughs and cameraderie.The folks that I was with tonight decided to stay afterall, so we raced from Juniors to the Box Office and found that tonight's show was practically SOLD OUT (I think the matinee was SOLD OUT, also!!!) 2 of us got Standing Room Only and 2 of us got seats in the Mezzinine....no problem....the show was GREAT and Clay SANG the "Amen"!!!!! It was the most beautiful AMEN I have ever heard!!! I was quite amazed by this because this is the very first time I have ever heard him sing this part.....It was really, really beautiful. Again, the evening crowd was enthusiastic and fun. Another great Stage Door and this time there were many children getting autographs. Seat A101 tonight was a wonderful little girl....she was dressed in a beautiful red dress with a red tiara in her hair....a little princess. Clay paid particular attention to all the children today, those that were at the matinee stage door and the evening stage door alike.
We also had some important visitors today.....Brett was there, as was Jerome's beautiful daughter.
Another great day in New York City...another great day with friends and strangers.....everyone having a wonderful time, enjoying our wonderful, compassionate and considerate man. I really can't say enough good things about Clay Aiken and I'm so happy to see all the love that is being sent to him, because he has no problem giving it right back.
Isn't this wonderful, to have so many Clack gatherers willing to share their photos and stories with all of us? I love a good tour, but there is something about getting eight reports a week from NYC that is just plain fantastic. I sure am loving it, how about you?
HCorbett10 reported:
From Jax:
OMG! I just got off the phone with JessMcVargas!
Great show tonight. Good amount of Clay fans there. Clay was wearing the same thing he wore for the matinee and looked absolutely adorable and sounded really cute too.
ANNNDDD I GOT TO TALK TO CLAY ON THE PHONE! EEEK!
Theatre was packed....if it wasn't sold out, it was close. NJU sitting next to her practically choked to death she was laughing so hard. She was laughing so hard she shook Laura's seat. He sang the Amen tonight. People clapped all thru the performance. The crowd was very lively.
Stage door was at least 4 to 5 deep all the way around. Laura got her pic taken with him.....she is practically incoherent!!!! She will try to post pics tonight after they get something to eat. Clay wore same hoodie as he did this afternoon.
Hey all,
Its VERY VERY late and Im so tired and I will post more in the morning or afternoon when I get more of a chance. I just wanted to say how much fun I had and Jerome is such a sweetie and so is many of the ushers and staff of the Shubert. We were able to have standing seats for the 2pm mantinee show and of course as I had been nervous over I was chosen Peasant for the 8pm show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Its a memory I WONT soon forget. Im short so EVERYONE including Clay was so much taller than me lol. Ill post a recap and pictures tommorrow It was truly amaizing day for me !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Luv to you all...A sistas got to get some sleep now
D
LOL, OMC says Chef Boyardee is um-um-good!! I couldn't resist after hearing about his shopping trip and he looks so well fed.
There was little clack from the Matinee, but what there was is good. Thanks to Joy2Talk2U at the Clayboard I have added it below:
More from LauraQ....
looks nearly sold out....... mostly nju people.
Men laughing a lot at matinee behind us. 3 to 4 rows deep are stage door for the
matinee behind he took pics with fans.
grey hoodie and jeans couldnt see his
feet.
It was not really much of a Clay crowd. There was clapping for him when he first appeared, and laughing at all his jokes of course...but you can tell it wasn't mostly us. The crowd seemed to appreciate him though.
I wish I could remember more details. He was very cute in the Not Dead Yet scene, and he did poke Tom with the triangle ringy thing. He got laughs for the Idol of my Age line...but you could tell some people did not get it. He didn't catch the LOTL's arm in the Camelot scene...Of course he was a totally oogling perv throughout like always! The quail line got a lot of laughs, and he did that whole scene more like a statement than the usual question of "The quail?" He lay on the floor praying for a long time while God was speaking. He was really funny in Brave Sir Robin, and the people laughed a lot...but you could still here the minstrals whole song, which was good. Pooping his pants has become a huge production! Very funny. YWSOB was amazing...very impressive as always. The crowd really responded to that. Brother Maynard was very funny...he has individualized all his characters so much...they are so different from one another. The hand shake thing during the peasant scene is still hysterical. It never gets old when he puts his hand out and the peasant ignores it! Because he times it just right, so that they are never looking his way. He seemed to be having such a great time during Always Look On the Bright Side of Life, and he shimmied with one of the girls...cute...and he gave us his usual salute as the lights went out.
I realize it isn't Valentine's Day but I thought we could take a look back a few years and just enjoy Clay. The video is from YouTube of course and as I was spending the afternoon watching these videos, this one just hit a warm spot in my heart. I thought I would share it with you once again.
The New York Times has an article today to help those that are looking for deals on hotels while in New York City. So I thought I would give you the link to the article in case you are making a trip up there and haven't made your plans for Spamalot, or Clay's next adventure, yet.
ArthurB16 from the Clayboard shared Linda Huber's new drawing of Clay titled OMWH, it is unbelievably beautiful. Oh to have just one tenth of her abilities. I understand the prints of the drawing may not be on her site yet, but please visit there and see all the lovely works she has, it is well worth the trip.
Nothing else can be said!
I just thought I would add a blast from the past from YouTube. My goodness, Clay looks just about the same now, just a little heftier, not much, just a little. No Clay you are not fat, LOL. This was just about my favorite performance from AI2 for sure. Incredible!
Enjoy!
This is being brought over from the Clayboard since it appears to be a valid warning. If you have any You Tube videos you do not want used for the E! True Hollywood upcoming story on Clay, please read below for instructions on how to avoid that. Also, be aware someone may contact you requesting your cooperation on this story. Again there is a strong warning on what might happen to your words. Of course we all know by now just how statements are abbreviated, twisted, and misconstrued sometimes in the press, so please read and use your own judgement.
This is the post from ellenpoppy at the ClackHouse.
As most people are aware, I work in the entertainment industry. I have written releases to be used in connection with obtaining rights from an individual, and I have reviewed many releases that have been written by others.
I am writing in caps, not to scream at anyone but to make sure that these points get seen and remembered. I hope no one is offended.
PLEASE BE AWARE AND MAKE OTHERS AWARE THAT ANY FANS WHO PARTICIPATE WILL MOST LIKELY HAVE TO GIVE UP ALL RIGHTS TO THEIR WORK AND WILL HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO CONTROL OVER THEIR PORTRAYAL IN THE SHOW. THE PRODUCERS CAN EDIT THE SHOW IN SUCH A WAY TO CREATE AN IMAGE THAT IS IN NO WAY AN ACCURATE PERCEPTION. THE PICTURES AND INTERVIEWS USED CAN BE USED IN ANY OTHER E! SHOWS SUCH AS CLIP SHOWS, HIGHLIGHT SHOWS, AWARDS SHOWS, ETC., WITH NO ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION AND CAN BE RE-EDITED AND RE-FORMATTED AS THE PRODUCERS CHOOSE.
THE FANS WILL BE GIVING UP ALL RIGHTS IN PERPETUITY.
I just want to make sure that any fan who thinks that she might be able to participate and "help" Clay understands that in no way will she have any control over her participation. Ain't gonna happen. Ever. It doesn't matter what the producers say. Even if some nice production assistant really, REALLY is honest as can be and has the best intentions and is told that the show will be fair and balanced and relays that information to the fans he/she is working with... if the producers and editors go in a different direction, there is absolutely nothing that the P.A. can do about it. The releases are signed, the participants have given up their rights.
The script for this show may well have been written, and now they are looking for fans who will say the right words to fit the roles allocated for them... "Crazed Old Lady Fan Wearing Head-to-Toe Claywear", "Deluded Young Fan Who Thought She Might Get To Marry Him", "Religious Fan Who Now Thinks He's Going to Hell", "Nutty Claymate Who Went After J.P." and so on. If they have to edit an interview to make the words fit just so, they may well do that.
And just as with an auto loan, a mortgage loan, a credit card agreement... don't bother trying to change the boilerplate. They will not change the language for you. If you agree to participate, it will be on THEIR terms, not yours.
Just a fair warning. I have no doubt, though, that there will be fans who will jump at the chance to get in there and participate and try to help out Clay. *g*
If anyone feels that it will be helpful to take this post elsewhere, it's okay with me.
If you have videos on YouTube you can select to have them NOT be available to be aired on TV. Here are the instructions as posted by Playbiller: sign into YouTube, then click on subscriptions, click on uploaded video, then click on edit, scroll all the way to the bottom, you will see syndication, click on that and change the default option I think it's important that we don't try to help Clay with this. E probably will not portray him or us in a positive light. The suggestion has been made that we neither give any information or opinion and we don't watch when it airs. Sounds like good advice.
Be sure to check out the CafePress Store for your upcoming holdiay gifts. They have lots of great items that certainly would be usable for those you love and know. It really is a good way to support BAF, because you are buying a gift for someone you know and at the same time some child waiting to go to camp this summer can get a little closer to that dream. Always remember it is about the children and Inclusion. Thank you to Voices for Inclusion of Missouri for hosting this store for the children.
Things were a little slow last night for sure. I hope that some others that are going to see Spamalot will take the time to call a friend so that we can get more red clack, LOL.
There was a bit posted by magofa at the CH:
The show was funnier than ever. Clay has gotten so much more comfortable and funnier. He's added little extras here and there, changed up the way Brother Maynard reads (his voice gets real high when he says "Three"). He sang the amen! The bottle dance is hysterical. He sticks his tongue out and his eyes look crossed because he's looking up at his hat. He had his hood behind his one ear and he just looked like such a doofus!
From NJSoccer:
I went to Spamalot tonight. Brett was at stage door!!! He is soo cute . Jerome came out and said he was looking for someone that sent him a text message and it was Brett lol. So Brett and his 2 friends walked into the stage door while Clay was signing. LOL I dont think Clay even noticed them walking in.
He blogged!! Go check out the OFC. If you aren't a member, why not? 
Isn't it about time you joined?
On the Brighter Side, wow what a segway...
For those of you that have not been able to get back to see Spamalot again, or have never been, I was just watching this video on You Tube and I thought it might help you get through the fact that you can't be there, or tempt you to go again, LOL. I believe it was taped for the Thanksgiving Parade in 2006 in NYC. With a few modifications, it is one of the numbers from Spamalot between King Arthur and his man servent Patsy. Enjoy.
Also there is this video again from You Tube that shows little snipets of Clay and the cast performing in Spamalot whilst interviewing Hannah Waddingham. For your viewing pleasure...
It is so great to see Clay having some fun out by the stage door every night. He is looking fit as a fiddle and somewhat rested (see photo below). It is time to share a word or two from the clack gatherers and some photos once again by dancerdad who is becoming quite the clacker.
Once again from Hcorbett10 at the Clayboard:
From Jess:
just got back from a Spam trip with an AMAZING little boy named Tyler!! He was HAD SOOOO MUCH FUN! Clay is literally his idol and he practices to be like him everyday!! lol he always tells people that if he isnt blessed with a gift like Clays he can just be Ryan Seacrest!!! He was able to meet Clay Wednesday night at SD, and got a couple pictures with him!! Clay picked him right up and since then he hasn't stopped talking about it. He was sooooo happy that he cried!! The thing that stinks is that he is really sick with a heart condition so that might have been the only time he will be able to see Clay, due to his health and the severity of his illness. He has asked me to take him back on Saturday though, and has us moving to NYC all planned out! He was also disappointed that he didn't get a picture with Jerome!!! lol he got a high five though!! I got some really good pics of him and Clay and once I upload them I will post!!! If any fans have video of the "meeting" I am sure his mom would appreciate it, as would I!!!
From Jess:
I think that NYCitymom (sorry if I just murdered your UN) got some really good stuff!!! lol you have no idea how much this kid LOVES Clay!! Its ADORABLE!! he didnt even know what to do with himself!! My little cousin Ryan came with us too!! Hes 7 and LOVES Spamalot! He got an adorable pic with Clay!! We had to go around to the other side of the barricade to get it though!! lol Jerome just sent us around and Clay saw me pick him up too!!
This is the cutest mention of Clay in a long time, how could it not be on the pages of CDD? In checking the Clayboard, HCorbett10 posted the following report:
From InStyle magazine "StyleSpy"
Spied: Clay Aiken With Chef Boyardee
What does Clay Aiken do on a Wednesday night? Spamalot pub crawls? American Idol reunion parties? Nope.
Apparently, he goes grocery shopping...just like me.
(With his bodyguard...not just like me.)
That's right -- I ran into Clay last night at my local market. The singing sensation -- and recent People cover boy -- was filling his basket with bananas and Chef Boyardee ravioli. I asked him about his self-professed favorite (Breyers peach ice-cream), and he laughed and said, "I didn't get any. I'm getting fat!"
Always friendly and always down-to-Earth, Aiken perused the store wearing jeans, an argyle sweater and sandals with socks.
Personal style is always best when spied in unexpected places.
For those that have been trying to get to the Claymaniacs board but have been unable to find it lately, check out the Claymaniacs temporary home.
For all of you in the Toronto area, don't forget about the Cluncheon being held on November 8th, one month to go. I have been to Toronto many times, and it is one of the lovliest cities in North America. Did you know it is only about 70 miles from Niagara Falls, so you can combine friendship and sightseeing as well. Go for it, all are welcome.
Just a reminder about Clay's Blog at UNICEF stating,
"Did you know that approximately 25,000 children die each day before their fifth birthday, largely due to preventable causes?"You can make a one time donation, or there is an option for monthly, quarterly, or yearly pledge as well. You know how Clay feels about the children, so if you can think about donating whatever you are able to in Clay's name. I am sure it will be greatly appreciated.
For all of you Hannah Waddingham fans out there, I see that she will be opening in November in London in "A Little Night Music" at the Menier Chocolate Factory just in case you are in London, we should be so lucky. I checked to see if Clay would be in the cast but alas not, LOL.
Have you heard of the Radio and Records Hit Predictor? Guess who tops the Mainstream AC List, none other than Clay Aiken, numero uno, now that is great news. As has been suggested of late, it is time to release the best single from OMWH pronto. He is in NYC and can do the promo work, he has the new PR firm, let's get it Shakin Aiken, LOL. Keep the hit predictor site in your favorites and check it out from time to time. It will be great to see Clay back on top again. Thank you LoveOMC for bringing that to my attention.
Please don't forget the Coloring for Inclusion project to raise funds for BAF, this is an important project and the time is now to make your purchases for the holiday seasons. You can make your purchases at their Coloring for Inclusion Store. The books are just $6 and there are so many children that will benefit from this project, let alone it being such a learning process for the children that use the books. Think about all the children in your life, your local hospitals, doctor's offices, libraries, etc. There is a need to spread the word about Inclusion.
It has just been announced by TheManFromPlaybill that the Playbill with the winning fan bio for Clay has come in. Please check the Playbill Store to get your copies. They still have some left so order quickly. He said it was very funny, but he wouldn't say what it was because it wouldn't be fair. If you get one, keep it a secret, we want them to sell lots, it looks good for Clay and his fans.
With things being a little slow right now, I thought perhaps we could have a collection of photos and videos from the stage door for the first week of October. I think most of you would enjoy that. Hopefully soon we will be getting news of future projects so that there will be lots to share with you.
As reported by Hcorbett10 at the Clayboard for 10-03-08 evening show:
cv
Dark blue Carolina hoodie...
Oh gawd...Clay looks good.
That is all.
He is working on the pics...
From bigappleforclay at CH:
QUOTE ETA: Wish I had read his blog before the SD tonight! Way to go, Clay!
Clay Aiken Still Makes My Knees Wobbly - Friday, 10/3
Long story, but I managed to catch the show tonight. However, I did not get in until 8:30, during the LOTL scene. This would be the first time I'd see Clay in person since he came out. The Knights of the Round Table walked out one by one. There was Clay/Sir Robin with his chicken. I was surprised by my reaction. My heart was filling up with pride for this brave, extraordinary man. Yeah, when I signed on 5 years ago, there would be no turning back.
Observations:
- A good, receptive audience, although no standing ovations until the very end when the confetti falls. Clay was warmly received and got lots of laughs.
- 99% of the audience seemed to be NJUs. But quite a full house, 95% full in orchestra, and I was told 2/3 full in the balcony.
- A new line has been added to "Idol of My Age" (this may have been reported before) and he did not hit the highest note because of it.
The Stage Door:
- Yes, you could watch the entire show and the confetti fall, and still get a space at the barricade--and only 3 barricades used. Felt weird.
- Probably less than 50 fans, but all very enthusiastic
- Practically everyone who asked got a pic with Clay. Be ready with your camera, tho', he moves fast!
- I got video of most of it, but with lots of stops and starts, as I was trying to take photos of other fans with Clay
- Even with all the picture taking, it still goes by quickly. I had to sit down and process this latest phenomenon of the smaller crowds/more accessible Clay. Whoever can make it here, enjoy it now, as it may not be possible again!
- Clay Aiken is still totally thud-able.
from dancermom at CV...
QUOTE
Okay guys...someone said...are you dancerdad to DH and now he is embarrassed half to death!!!!!!!!
from Starry:
I haven't seen this mentioned yet, so I'll mention it.
When the Lady Of The Lake walked off stage after "Divas Lament", she had dropped one of the roses off of her boquet. When Clay came out to do the guard scene, he sort of accidentally kicked the rose across the stage and then paid a lot of attention to it as it slid. It was funny and I don't know how to describe it! After Prince Herbert's father went into the castle again, Guard 1 (David Hibbard) picked up the rose and started smelling it, Clay made a "oo" face and was doing the same. LOL I thought it was hilarious.
Also, he was very talkative during SD, talking to a lot of fans and taking pictures with a lot too!! He came out pretty quickly after the show was over. I have pictures I will upload and post tomorrow morning. I'm too tired right now!
2008 Champions of Change Gala
NEWS FLASH!! Some Items to be Raffled Off!!
October 18, 2008
Raleigh Marriott-City Center
500 Fayetteville Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
919.833.1120
The following items are now being raffled off for the BAF Auction, how great is that? We all have a chance at winning something in an auction that usually is reserved for the heavy hitters. Yeah!
The following items are being raffled off on the 18th of October, so get some tickets now and get as many as you can, this is a great opportunity and if this works out well, there could be many more raffles in our futures:
Carolina Hurricanes Jersey framed and signed by Clay Aiken
Estate pearl earrings and necklace set
32” Vizio Flat Screen
Check out the auction site at BAF and get your tickets now. Buy now, and buy often as all the money goes for a wonderful cause, helping the children lead a more inclusive life.
The BAF 2008 Champions of Change Gala Auction is now open for bidding, so head on over to BAF to get a look at all the wonderful items being offered to everyone to bid on. Including fabulous weekend getaways, a week long vacation, wonderful jewelry, and other fantastic Clay related items. Bid and bid often, remember this is for the children, camps, and training teachers. See below for the information on the bidding details also.
These are just a few of the many items up for auction:
Bidding Information - If you wish to bid on an item, please send an email with the title "Gala Auction Bid -" and the item description to contactus@bubelaiken.org. Please submit ONE bid per email. Any bids under the minimum bids will not be counted. In the body of your email, list the item, your bid, your name, email address, and mailing address. Bidding will end at 11:59pm on Friday, October 17. Winners will be notified by Wednesday, October 22. Instructions and payment information will be given then. We will update the site regularly with the highest bid. The highest internet bid will become the minimum bid at either the silent auction and will be treated as a sealed bid at the live auction. If no one bids higher at the gala, the highest internet bidder will be awarded the prize. There will be a 2% shipping surcharge added to the item. You will have the option to purchase insurance on the shipping of the item. All items online will be available for bid at the gala. You will not receive a response to your bid entry other than the stock automated contactus response. Please check the website for bid updates. In the case of two or more people entering the same bid prior to an update, the bidder who bid first will be the one counted.
NJ.com has reported a quote from Jaymes which I think is very sweet and true, LOL.
Clay Aiken's baby mama says he's 'the perfect person'
by Vicki Hyman/The Star-Ledger
Thursday September 25, 2008, 2:13 PM
Clay Aiken Jaymes Foster, Clay Aiken's best friend and baby mama, tells People that the singer is "an incredible caregiver," and "on a larger scale, he's the perfect person."
"He's been a school teacher, we have the same morals, family is very important to him and Parker means everything to us," she says.
Foster and Aiken conceived 7-week-old Parker through in vitro fertilization. Foster, who's 50 but looks years younger, says she just wasn't ready to have kids when she was younger. "I had the freedom then to travel the world and have a wonderful career. I believe at this point in my life it's the right time, and I think because it's the right time, I'll hopefully do a good job. If I don't, Clay will be all over me!"
