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AIN'T TOO PROUD to Make Regional Premiere at The Gateway Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026

The Gateway Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for its regional premiere of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, with director DeMone Seraphin leading the Tony Award-winning musical in Bellport, NY.

Video: Watch 'What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?' From AIN'T TOO PROUD at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Michael Major - Jun 4, 2026

Watch a video of Charl Brown performing 'What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?' from Ain't Too Proud at Ogunquit Playhouse. Otis Williams (Charl Brown) memorializes his brothers in arms.

Creative Team Set For AIN'T TOO PROUD at The Gateway
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

The Gateway Playhouse in Bellport, NY announced the creative team for its regional premiere of AIN'T TOO PROUD, with director DeMone Seraphin and choreographer Ian Coulter-Buford leading the Tony Award-winning Temptations musical.

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD-THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Dan Marois - May 18, 2026

Jukebox musicals are practically a summer tradition at the Ogunquit Playhouse. In recent years, we’ve seen everything from Jersey Boys and Million Dollar Quartet to The Cher Show, On Your Feet!-The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, Heartbreak Hotel, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and last year’s world premiere of When Elvis Met the Beatles.

Photos: AIN'T TOO PROUD at Ogunquit Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026

Ogunquit Playhouse has unveiled production photos for it's new production of Ain't Too Proud- The Life and Times of the Temptations. Featuring iconic songs including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” this is the story behind the music—and everything it took to make it.

Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, and More Will Lead AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

The Muny announced the cast for its premiere production of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, starring James T. Lane, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Jawan Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, and Daniel Yearwood.

Charl Brown, Warren Egypt Franklin and More to Star in AIN’T TOO PROUD at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative team for Ain't Too Proud, featuring Tony Award nominee Charl Brown as Otis Williams, Warren Egypt Franklin as Melvin Franklin and more.

John Tartaglia, Karla Puno Garcia and More Set for The Muny Season 108 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.

THE PRODUCERS, HELLO, DOLLY! and More Set for Ogunquit Playhouse 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed its 94th season. The season will feature the musicals The Producers; Hello, Dolly!, Ain't Too Proud, a gala fundraiser, and more.

The Temptations & Four Tops Set 2026 UK Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2025

Four years after their last UK appearance, soul legends The Temptations and The Four Tops will return to the UK for a short co-headlining tour in June and July. 

The Temptations and The Four Tops to Bring Motown Magic to Columbus In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2025

Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) will host Motown legends The Temptations and The Four Tops at the Palace Theatre (34 W. Broad St.) on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 7:30 pm.

DEATH BECOMES HER, THE OUTSIDERS and More Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025

Get ready for the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction to take over Shubert Alley. Early online bidding begun for dozens of rare collectibles and experiences and the first tables are officially revealed.

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at National Theatre
by Alexander C. Kafka - Jun 18, 2025

The tale sometimes tilts toward melodrama but is deeply moving all the same. The brisk, shimmering touring production honors its iconic and abundant Motown source material.

Larry Braggs Returns With The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025

Get ready for a night of jazz, R&B and Funkin' it Up at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities when the CJRO big band, and former Tower of Power lead singer Larry Braggs takes the stage. T

AIN’T TOO PROUD National Tour is Coming to The Fabulous Fox
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025

AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS's Second National Tour is coming to St. Louis this spring. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

AIN'T TOO PROUD - The Life And Times Of The Temptations is Coming to Popejoy Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025

AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS Second National Tour is coming to Popejoy Hall this spring. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

AIN'T TOO PROUD Will Take The Fox PAC Stage This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025

AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will be presented as part of the 24–25 BROADWAY AT THE FOX IN RIVERSIDE Series and will take the Fox Performing Arts Center stage March 4–5, 2025.

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Robinson Center
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 7, 2025

As a GenXer, I was not around to experience MoTown’s heyday, so whenever there is a performance of any kind that celebrates that era, I am there! Luckily, Celebrity Attractions is in tune to the desires of my heart and brings shows like AIN’T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS to Robinson Center in Little Rock. From January 31-February 2, Central Arkansas was on Cloud Nine as we were whisked away to a world of soulful melodies, powerful harmonies, and captivating choreography. It was all that I ever dreamed it would be.  

Interview: Jasmine Barboa of AIN'T TOO PROUD at Robinson Center
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 28, 2025

I love Motown music, so when I heard Celebrity Attractions was bringing AIN'T TOO PROUD to Robinson from Friday through Sunday, Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, I was beyond excited. I was even more thrilled to learn I’d get the chance to speak with the talented and beautiful Jasmine Barboa, who portrays the iconic Diana Ross and other influential women connected to The Temptations. 

AIN'T TOO PROUD is Coming to Pikes Peak Center in Febuary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

The American Theatre Guild will present the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.