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Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 13+
Opened: October 16, 2021
Closing: January 16, 2022

Ain't Too Proud - 2021 Broadway History , Info & More

Imperial Theatre (Broadway)
249 West 45th St. New York, NY

It was a sound that would change music history. Ain't Too Proud is the electrifying new musical that tells the story of The Temptations from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

With their signature dance moves and unmistakable harmonies, everybody knows the Temptations' hits, but Ain't Too Proud brings the rest of the rocky history to life; how the founding members met, the unbelievable heights that they hit, and how personal and political conflicts threatened to tear the group apart as the country fell into civil unrest.

With a book by Dominique Morisseau, choreography by Sergio Trujillo, and direction by Des McAnuff, this musical tells the thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty, and betrayal, featuring the toe-tapping hits hits like "My Girl," "Just My Imagination," "Papa Was a Rolling Stone," and many more.


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AIN'T TOO PROUD Will Kick Off Broadway Week with Performance on TODAY 4/29
by Julie Musbach - April 24, 2019


Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations will launch 'TODAY''s annual Broadway Week, when the Classic Five Temptations - Derrick Baskin, James Harkness, Jawan M. Jackson, Jeremy Pope, and Ephraim Sykes - perform numbers from the new Broadway musical.

BWW Interview: Jawan M. Jackson Recalls the Highs and Low Notes of AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Nicole Rosky - April 17, 2019


At Broadway's Imperial Theatre, toes are tapping and hands are clapping as audiences hum along to the hits of The Temptations. The story of the legendary musical group is told in Ain't Too Proud, a brand new musical that follows their extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Photo Coverage: Danielle Brooks, Clive Davis, and More Visit AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Walter McBride - April 12, 2019


Last night, Orange is the New Black's Danielle Brooks, Dascha Polanco, and Natasha Lyonne visited Ain't Too Proud on Broadway! In addition, Clive Davis was also in attendance! Following the show, the guests went backstage and took photos with the cast. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment, and you can check out the photos below!

The 'Broadwaysted' Podcast Welcomes AIN'T TOO PROUD's Joshua Morgan
by Broadwaysted - April 10, 2019


This week the Broadwaysted Crew is thrilled to welcome Joshua Morgan from the smash hit Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations!

TV: Watch Highlights of AIN'T TOO PROUD on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - April 8, 2019


Ain't Too Proud is up and running at the Imperial Theatre, where it officially opened just last month. Below, check out brand new highlights of the cast in action!

TV: AIN'T TOO PROUD Cast Picks Their Favorite Temptations Songs!
by Nicole Rosky - March 31, 2019


Which Temptations hit reigns supreme? The company (and some opening night guests) tried to decide which song is the best after the opening night curtain came down and they tell us below!

Photo Coverage: E. Clayton Cornelious Receives the Legacy Robe For AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Walter McBride - March 24, 2019


'Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations' opened on March 21, at Broadway's Imperial Theatre. As per Broadway tradition, the Legacy Robe was awarded to the ensemble member with the most Broadway credits, in this case, E. Clayton Cornelious!

TV: AIN'T TOO PROUD Opens On Broadway! Go Inside the Big Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - March 22, 2019


The Imperial Theatre was hoppin' last night as Ain't Too Proud officially celebrated opening night on Broadway. We're taking you inside the big night below!

They AIN'T TOO PROUD! The History of the Temptations
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 22, 2019


'Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations' opened March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre. However, many fans of the Temptations music may not know the group's long and complicated history. 

Photo Coverage: Mary Wilson, Berry Gordy & More Walk the Red Carpet at AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Monroe George - March 22, 2019


'Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations' opened last night, March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Checkout photos from the red carpet below!

VIDEO: Watch AIN'T TOO PROUD Cast Take Opening Night Bows!
by Nicole Rosky - March 22, 2019


Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations opened just last night, March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the epic curtain call and you can experience the big moment below!

Photo Coverage: Go Inside the AIN'T TOO PROUD Opening Night Party
by Jennifer Broski - March 22, 2019


'Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations' opened last night, March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Check out photos of the opening night party below!

Photo Coverage: Get Ready Because Here Comes AIN'T TOO PROUD! Check Out Photos of the Cast's Opening Night Bows
by Jennifer Broski - March 22, 2019


'Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations' opened last night, March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street).

VIDEO: The Cast of AIN'T TOO PROUD Performs a Medley of Songs on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 22, 2019


Last night, the cast of the Broadway musical 'Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations' sang a special medley performance of 'Get Ready' and 'Ain't Too Proud to Beg' for the Tonight Show audience.

BWW Review: The Temptations Balance Crossover Success and Racial Identity in Dominique Morisseau's AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Michael Dale - March 22, 2019


'You never know who was hating you and singing along to your record,' musses Otis Williams in playwright Dominique Morisseau's excellent bio-musical, AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS.

Review Roundup: AIN'T TOO PROUD on Broadway - What Did the Critics Say?
by A.A. Cristi - March 21, 2019


Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations opens tonight, March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). 

Photo Flash: Get Ready! First Look at AIN'T TOO PROUD on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - March 21, 2019


Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations opens tonight, March 21, at Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Check out photos of the cast in action below! 

Celebrate AIN'T TOO PROUD's Opening With Our BroadwayWorld Temptations Playlist!
by Linnae Medeiros - March 21, 2019


Get ready 'cause here they come! Ain't Too Proud, which tells the story of Motown's legendary Temptations, is opening tonight at Broadway's Imperial Theatre! To celebrate, we've collected some of the group's most iconic songs from their expansive library spanning over five decades and put them into a playlist so you can have sunshine even on a cloudy day. Take a listen below!

AIN'T TOO PROUD Performance to Air on THE TONIGHT SHOW March 21st
by Julie Musbach - March 15, 2019


Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations will make its national late-night television debut on NBC's 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' on Thursday, March 21st. This televised performance will tape mere moments before the new Broadway musical's Opening Night performance is scheduled to begin.

VIDEO: The Cast of AIN'T TOO PROUD, and Original Temptations Member, Discuss the Band's Impact on CBS Sunday Morning
by Stephi Wild - March 10, 2019


Ain't Too Proud has hit Broadway! CBS Sunday Morning recently did a feature on the production, where they talked to the show's cast and creatives about their journey.

VIDEO: CBS SUNDAY MORNING Shines a Spotlight on AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Nicole Rosky - March 7, 2019


The story of The Temptations is coming to Broadway in Ain't Too Proud, which is currently in previews at the Imperial Theatre. On this week's episode of CBS Sunday Morning, Tracy Smith sits down with the talented cast to talk all about the new musical. Check out a sneak peek below!

Photo Coverage: Inside First Preview of AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Walter McBride - March 1, 2019


Ain't Too Proud began previews last night, February 28, at Broadway's Imperial Theatre! BroadwayWorld was in the house and snapped some photos of the Temptations in action after the show, and posing with guests.

Ain't Too Proud History

Other Productions of Ain't Too Proud

2017   Regional (US) Berkeley Rep World Premiere Production
Regional (US)
2021   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2021   US Tour First National Tour
US Tour
2023   West End
West End
2024   US Tour Second National Tour
US Tour

Ain't Too Proud - 2021 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Dominique Morisseau
2019 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Jeremy Pope
2019 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Ephraim Sykes
2019 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreographer Sergio Trujillo
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Ephraim Sykes
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Harold Wheeler
2019 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Dominique Morisseau
2019 Tony Awards Best Choreography Sergio Trujillo
2019 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Paul Tazewell
2019 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Des McAnuff
2019 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Howell Binkley
2019 Tony Awards Best Musical Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations
2019 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Harold Wheeler
2019 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Ephraim Sykes
2019 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Jeremy Pope
2019 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Derrick Baskin
2019 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Robert Brill
2019 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Steve Canyon Kennedy

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