I often hear musicians talk about the amount of money certain gigs pay. People chat about the tip jar having to be passed around because club owners pay so little. They might get paid a few dollars here and there for the gig, but hey, at least they get a meal out of it. They…
Read moreBehind the scenes: Ain’t Too Proud – #ainttooproud
Clayton Craddock is a stay-at-home father of two children in New York City. He has a B.B.A from Howard University’s School of Business and is also a 17 year veteran of the fast paced New York City music scene. He has played drums in a number of hit Broadway musicals including “tick…tick…BOOM, Memphis the Musical…
Read moreOfficial trailer: Ain’t Too Proud – #ainttooproud
I started working on this show on July 10th here in Berkeley. It is truly an amazing experience to be a part of this production. There is just so much talent all around me. Try to see us if you can somehow get a ticket! Clayton Craddock is a stay-at-home father of two children…
Read moreSold Out!!
SOLD OUT!! This show is something else. It is the highest grossing production in the Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s nearly 50 year history. Box office recipts already exceeding $3.1 million and counting! It’s so good. Hopwfully, you all can see it when it transfers to Broadway in the future. I’ve had such s great time working…
Read moreAIN’T TOO PROUD TO BEG Breaks Berkeley Rep’s House Record
Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced that the world-premiere musical Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the highest-grossing production in its nearly 50- year history. With box office receipts already exceeding $3.1 million – and sales still not completed – Ain’t Too Proud has become a bona fide hit. “We are…
Read moreRock Band
I spoke with my son yesterday on the phone and asked him how his after school program is going. Unfortunately, I’ve been out of town so I haven’t been able to see his transition into his new school this fall. Usually, he doesn’t tell me much but he sure was eager to let me know…
Read moreMemphis The Musical
It has been a long time since I’ve seen this. It was one of the best experiences of my life working on this show. I loved just about every minute while I was here. Enjoy:
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Get ready for tuneful Temps bio in ‘Ain’t Too Proud’
Keyboard player-conductor Kenny Seymour leads a great 12-piece band serving up soulful stage interpretations of the indelible crossover hits that have thrilled generations. Read the entire review HERE: http://www.sfexaminer.com/get-ready-tuneful-temps-bio-aint-proud/
Read moreReview | ‘Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of the Temptations’ at Berkeley Rep
“A review of this show would not be complete without recognition of not only the extremely talented cast, but of the band, directed by Kenny Seymour, that filled the Roda Theatre with what can only be described as true Motown sound. Coupled with a state-of-the-art projection system designed by Peter Nigrini, with sets and lighting…
Read moreNot just your imagination: ‘Temptations’ musical rocks
Berkeley Rep’s world premiere musical, which opened Thursday, Sept. 14, under the direction of Des McAnuff, makes songs resounding clarion calls from their opening beats — the teasing jazz piano riff of “I Can’t Get Next To You,” the ache-filled strings soaring over gentle guitar thrums in “Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me).” Richly…
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