Arts
As Temptations founding member Otis Williams in the new musical Ain't Too Proud, DERRICK BASKIN does a lot of looking back. There is a lot of reminiscing to be done regarding his own journey to center stage. After earning a biology degree from Hampton University, he took a chance and purchased a one-way ticket to NYC on his way to a "no regrets" look-see at following his dreams. What began as an idea to "maybe sing commercial jingles" turned into a full-blown stage career. Baskin has appearedon Broadway in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, The Little Mermaid and Memphis, but Ain't Too Proud marks his first time as a leading man. He stopped by Show People with Paul Wontorek to discuss his journey, how his latest gig revived his love of musical theater and more.