Just In: Adam Lambert Reveals He Turned Down Offer to Play HEDWIG on Broadway

In a new interview with Queerty.com, Adam Lambert revealed that he was approached to take on the lead role in Broadway's Hedwig and the Angry Inch but decided to decline the offer.

"They offered," he shared with the site. "I'm flattered they asked me, but it's not what I want to do right now. It's an amazing role. Maybe one day. The thing about it is I don't want to get in drag for eight shows a week. [Laughs]"

Asked if he had any future plans to appear on Broadway, the American Idol finalist commented, "I don't know. I definitely want to try it, but there's nothing on the radar right now."

The 33-year-old entertainer also spoke about his latest album "The Original High", out June 16th from Warner Bros. "I have very high expectations for the album but, oddly, I'm more relaxed and calm than I've ever been while doing this. With the last two albums, I was very proud of them, but I was nervous and I was unsure. With this album, I don't have that feeling. I feel really confident about the direction and what it is. I know that when it's heard it will connect. That's what I want more than anything."

Read the interview in full here

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About Adam Lambert:

International superstar Adam Lambert is a Billboard chart topping, multi-award winning, multi-platinum-selling-singer-songwriter and performer. Best known for his soaring voice and unique blend of theatrical flair and glam-rock sensibilities, the pop singer has performed in front of sold out crowds worldwide -both as a solo artist and with legendary rock group Queen. His work has garnered a number of music awards and nominations including a Grammy nomination for "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance," a BMI Award for "Award-Winning Songs," two GLAAD Awards, a Young Hollywood Award for "Artist of the Year," a Teen Choice Award for "Choice Male Reality/Variety Star," and a People's Choice Award nomination for "Break-Out Musical Artist."

A San Diego, California native, Lambert stepped into the national spotlight in 2009 when he became a finalist on the eighth season of American Idol. His vocal range, along with his unique style, made him a standout contestant and he quickly won over millions of viewers. After the season wrapped, Lambert released his widely successful RCA Records debut, "For Your Entertainment," which sold nearly 2 million copies worldwide to date. The album's first single "Whataya Want From Me," became a radio smash and earned him his first Grammy nomination for "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance." In June of 2010, Lambert embarked on his first headlining tour playing to sold out crowds in the US, Europe and Asia.

His sophomore album, "Trespassing," was released in 2012, garnered rave reviews and became the first #1 debut on the Billboard 200 Album chart by an openly gay artist. Most recently, Adam wrapped a hugely successful world tour fronting Queen, with original band members Brian May and Roger Taylor. Additionally, Lambert had a 5 episode arc on "Glee" during its 2014 season.