‘Ain’t Too Proud’s’ Des McAnuff and Sergio Trujillo on crafting jukebox musicals

In taking on the story of the Temptations, choreographer Sergio Trujillo knew he wanted the dance moves to feel new, with a hint of the familiar. Director Des McAnuff knew that the songs featured in the musical had to do more than just evoke nostalgic nods. Des McAnuff and Sergio Trujillo at the 73rd Annual Tony Awards Meet The Nominees Press Day. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for Tony Awards Productions) And so the pair embarked on “Ain’t Too Proud,” the fourth collaboration between the director and the choreographer, who both received Tony nominations for the…