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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 Cast Recording Will Be Released March 21 - Pre-order Today!
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2019


The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the new musical Ain't Too Proud The Life and Times of The Temptations will be released by UMe this spring. The album, which was recorded earlier this year, is available for pre-orders beginning today, and will be released on March 21 on physical CDs, sold exclusively at the Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street), with the digital album available on March 22. The CD will be available in wide release on April 19, and a double-LP vinyl will be available on June 7.

AIN'T TOO PROUD Sets Lottery and Student Rush Policies
by Julie Musbach - February 27, 2019


Beginning on first preview, tomorrow, Thursday, February 28, Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations will launch a $42 digital lottery and a $29 in-person student rush ticket policy.

VIDEO: Meet the Temptations of AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Stephi Wild - February 24, 2019


Ain't Too Proud is heading for Broadway! The musical, about the life of The Temptations, will play Broadway's Imperial Theatre beginning Thursday, February 28, 2019, with an official Opening Night set for Thursday, March 21, 2019.

Up on the Marquee: AIN'T TOO PROUD Lands On Broadway!
by Walter McBride - February 7, 2019


The Broadway transfer of The Temptations bio-musical Ain't Too Proud has officially landed at its Broadway home, the Imperial Theatre!

BWW Exclusive: Go Behind the Scenes of AIN'T TOO PROUD's Vogue Photo Shoot!
by Nicole Rosky - January 15, 2019


As previously announced, Ain't Too Proud will play Broadway's legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street) with performances beginning Thursday, February 28, 2019, and an official Opening Night set for Thursday, March 21, 2019.

Tickets Now On Sale To The General Public For AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Stephi Wild - November 19, 2018


Tickets are now on sale to the general public for the upcoming Broadway musical Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations. Get your tickets now by visiting www.Telecharge.com, by calling 800-447-7400, or by visiting the Imperial Theatre Box Office (249 West 45th Street). For groups of 10 or more, visit www.BroadwayInbound.com or call 866-302-0995. For more information, please visit www.AintTooProudMusical.com

Derrick Baskin, James Harkness, Jawan M. Jackson, Jeremy Pope, and Ephraim Sykes Will Lead AIN'T TOO PROUD on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - November 7, 2018


Official casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations. Also announced today are the ticket on-sale dates for the Broadway production.

BWW Interview: E. Clayton Cornelious on How Destiny Lead Him to AIN'T TOO PROUD
by Isabella Perrone - November 5, 2018


As the Toronto run of AIN'T TOO PROUD enters the last few weeks of its run, so too does the pre-Broadway tour of the ground-breaking new show based on the formation, life, and legacy of The Temptations. For E. Clayton Cornelious, who's been involved since initial readings, it's been a life and career-changing opportunity. He's earned his first regional nomination in the 2018 TBA Awards for Outstanding Performance In A Featured Role In A Musical, and is preparing for a range of shows and charity work in both New York and his hometown Pittsburgh before opening the show on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre in early 2019.

Bid to Meet Derrick Baskin with 2 Tickets to Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations Plus Dinner at Joe Allen Restaurant
by Paul Smith - November 7, 2018


This fabulous package includes a $100 gift certificate for dinner at Joe Allen restaurant in the Theatre District, plus (2) tickets to the hottest Broadway ticket in town, Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations including backstage meet and greet with the star, Derrick Baskin.

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of the Pre-Broadway Run of AIN'T TOO PROUD in Toronto?
by Alan Henry - October 18, 2018


The pre-Broadway run of 'Ain't Too Proud-The Life and Times of The Temptations' officially opened in Toronto last night!

AIN'T TOO PROUD Breaks Box Office Record at CTG's Ahmanson
by Julie Musbach - October 4, 2018


Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations has broken the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre records for the highest grossing pre-Broadway engagement with a gross of $5,992,378.50, and for highest attendance with 82,792 people having seen the show in Los Angeles.

AIN'T TOO PROUD to Begin Performances February 28, Opening Night March 21
by Julie Musbach - October 2, 2018


Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, February 28, 2019, with an official Opening Night set for Thursday, March 21, 2019. As previously announced, Ain't Too Proud will play the legendary Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Additional information will be announced shortly.

VIDEO: Get A First Look At AIN'T TOO PROUD in Los Angeles
by Alan Henry - September 26, 2018


BroadwayWorld has a first look at all new video from the Los Angeles run of AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Ahmanson Theatre! Check out the montage below!

Photo Flash: AIN'T TOO PROUD Celebrates Opening Night in LA
by Julie Musbach - August 27, 2018


Ain't Too Proud celebrated opening night at Center Theatre Group's Ahmanson Theatre on August 24, 2018. Check out photos from the evening below!

Photo Flash: Get A First Look at AIN'T TOO PROUD in Los Angeles
by Alan Henry - August 27, 2018


BroadwayWorld has all new photos from the Los Angeles run of AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Ahmanson theatre! Check out the photos below!

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of the Pre-Broadway Run of AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Ahmanson?
by Stephi Wild - August 27, 2018


The pre-Broadway run of 'Ain't Too Proud-The Life and Times of The Temptations' at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre officially opened on August 24 at 8 p.m. Let's see what the critics are saying...

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
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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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