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, more...
Saint Aubyn, known for his dynamic performances and past roles in productions like Dreamgirls and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, brought his exceptional talent to the stage in Ain't Too Proud. more...
Derrick Baskin, who received the San Francisco Theatre Critics Circle Award for Lead Actor for his role in "Ain't Too Proud" at Berkeley Rep, has an impressive resume that includes performances in the Oscar-nominated film "Marshall" and the critically acclaimed Hulu sitcom "Difficult People." more...
Shawn Bowers, a proud member of Actors' Equity Association, recently graced the Broadway stage in the Tony Award-winning musical "Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations," showcasing his talent in this celebrated production. more...
E. Clayton Cornelious, a Pittsburgh native and 20-year Broadway veteran, brought his extensive experience from shows like The Lion King and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical to the cast of Ain't Too Proud. more...
James Harkness, who was most recently seen on Broadway in "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations," brings a wealth of experience from his performances in "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical," "Aida," "The Color Purple," and "Chicago." more...
Jawan M. Jackson, a Detroit native known for his role as Melvin Franklin in Broadway's Motown The Musical, brought his Motown roots to life once again in Ain't Too Proud. more...
Taylor Symone Jackson showcased her talent in the regional production of Ain't Too Proud at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, bringing her dynamic performance to the celebrated musical. more...
Jahi Kearse, who has previously graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Holler If Ya Hear Me and Baby It's You!, brought his extensive experience to the cast of Ain't Too Proud, showcasing his dynamic talent honed through a diverse array of performances both on and off Broadway. more...
Jarvis B. Manning, Jr., a Houston native and graduate of HSPVA and AMDA NY, shined in the world premiere of Ain't Too Proud at Berkeley Rep, where he brought to life the roles of Elbridge "Al" Bryant and Norman Whitfield. more...
Joshua Morgan, who has a rich history of performances on Broadway, Off-Broadway, and in regional theaters, brought his extensive experience to the cast of Ain't Too Proud. more...
Jeremy Pope made history with his remarkable performances in 2019, earning Tony Award nominations for both "Choir Boy" and "Ain't Too Proud," the latter of which also garnered him a Grammy Award nomination for Best Musical Theater Album. more...
Rashidra Scott, who has graced the stage in Broadway hits such as Ain't Too Proud, Company, and Beautiful, also brought her talents to television with appearances on shows like "Rescue Me" and major events including the 2011 Tony Awards and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. more...
Ephraim Sykes, a native of St. Petersburg, Florida, showcased his remarkable talent as part of the original cast of Ain't Too Proud, bringing his extensive experience from Broadway hits like Hamilton and Motown The Musical to the stage. more...
Nasia Thomas showcased her remarkable talent in "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations," both on Broadway and in its regional productions at Berkeley Rep, Kennedy Center, Center Theatre Group, and Mirvish Toronto. more...
Christian Thompson notably originated the roles of Smokey Robinson and Damon Harris in the world premiere of "Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations" at Berkeley Rep. more...
Candice Marie Woods, a talented Texas native, brought her vibrant energy to the stage in Ain't Too Proud, having previously graced Broadway in productions like Book of Mormon and Hairspray. more...
Awards and Nominations
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Ephraim Sykes was nominated but did not win.
2019 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Jeremy Pope was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Ephraim Sykes was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Derrick Baskin was nominated but did not win.
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