Dermot Kennedy - Rome - Choreography by Talia Favia - ft Sean Lew, Courtney Schwartz 

Like if you think Talia and I should do a concept video together this year :)

I’m actually trying to figure out what word to use to say how proud I am of Sean. And how I appreciate the fact that Talia wanted to dance with him. It’s such an honor. We’ve never seen Talia perform her choreography and the first time we see her do it, she does it with Sean. If this act doesn’t show how special Sean is, I don’t know what to say.

The way Tim zooms in on Sean to make it look like he is the only one on the dancefloor, and then zooms back out to show Talia is still there is amazing. Definitely, the best videographer I know. (Sorry Donovan lmao)

Sean and Talia made me cry. It was so painful and beautiful and raw. 😭

Sean has brought a whole new interpretation into this dance holy crap. I've never seen this woman before but she was amazing as both of their free styling kept the pace and storyline of the song. They weren't concentrating on hitting the beat or the lyrics of the song. They're expressions and movement against each other was soooo COOOOL HOWWW Sean made really smart but risky decisions throughout the freestyle and it turned out flawless. They are so talented holy crap

amazing!! Sean Lew, Courtney Schwartz

Sean is an amazing storyteller. He performed the choreography with so much passion and what a beautiful portrayal!

Talia and Sean just demonstrated what art looks like. Talia isn’t a genius doing choreographies, she’s a genius doing ART. Talia wasn’t in the whole piece with Sean but when she was? God, it was perfect. Someone here in the comments said that there’s not an adjective good enough to describe Sean, that he is his own adjective, I agree. That boy is blessed. Sean wasn’t born to dance, he was born to make art. The first couple was beautiful too, so so talent. Sean and Talia? just WOW.

5:17 when he started to do this I started crying and got captivated in his story. Sean is a storyteller. He just takes you to another place entirely.

6:59 you can literally see Sean wiping his tears away... What a beautiful soul

Seannnn don’t cryyyyy 😭😭😭

Talia brings out the best in Sean. At 5:56 when she starts pulling his leg to get him on his head, you can see him almost put his hands down, but he quickly brings them back and he trusts Talia and it turns out to be super cool! Never seen him this emotional, definitely a favorite by him.

I think, this is by far the most vulnerable choreography sean ever did. Holy crap who makes him cried like that, baby boy needs a hug

I don’t even know what to say right now.. Sean’s storytelling is on another level dude. I’ve never felt this way watching a dance before🥺

The first couple was DYNAMIC. And Sean Lew..... he leaves me speechless. His vulnerability wow

The chemistry in both the duos was SO GOOD OML

Courtney and Diego blew it out of the water, cause OH MY GOD. That took me to a world of their own 🔥 And Sean's commitment to the emotion behind the lyrics and choreo were beautiful, along with the connection shared with Talia 💛

i don't think i've ever seen Sean this vulnerable... oh them waterworks

It is not often that we get to see the genius herself, Talia, dancing on the floor. Bravo!!

Sean Lew, Talia Favia and Dermont Kennedy are a match made in heaven 😍🧡

OMG, Sean Lew❤️😭

Dermot Kennedy's music, Sean, Courtney and Talia Favia's choreography? I'M IN

OMG SEAN LEW!!!!👏👏👏

Sean and Talia together wow magic!!

The fact that Talia dancing on the dance floor with Sean is incredible. I am so happy for Sean for having this opportunity. And Sean Lew proved it that he did an amazing job with whoever he was partnered with.

Sean's performance had me wanting to hug him and tell him that everything is going to be ok

Sean the king Lew!!!!!!

It’s been a while since choreo has made me cry but Sean. Talia. You got me. 😩😭

This was almost hard to watch because it was just so vulnerable. The performance...I was literally holding my breath. Was Sean crying at the end? Because same.

1:07 I don’t know what it was about those spins, but I was shook! Diego and Courtney were amazing together! They moved really well together and were so powerful!

SEAN LEW😍

wow...amazing..sean with another masterclass in emotional storytelling with talia at the helm

Man Sean's eyes in the beginning set the tone 👏👏

Sean Lew and this girl EPIC DANCE !

Ohhh sean don't cry pleas!I can't see. It's fantastic. Amazing. No comment

Sean's dancing touches my soul. 💛💜💙

Even before watching I knew all of them were gonna kill it. Courtney and Diego slayed it to perfection. I could see why Talia chose her as her padwan. Courtney's legs make me wanna cry she is so perfect and fluid. Haven't seen much of Diego's dance but he is amazing. Gonna start to follow him more. Sean your vulnerability amazes me. Sean and Talia were a duo I didn't know I needed. Very captivating. Talia whatever little I saw of you dancing I was amazed. Wish you performed your own choreographies you are amazing. Dermot Kennedy and Talia are a classic combination. The choreography was fierce and emotional and Dermot's voice just adds to it. Never expected anything less Tim thankyou for capturing this so beautifully. Made me cry. This entire thing touched my heart. There is always a vulnerability in Talia's choreography that I adore. Legends all of you.

Sean Lew you're so special! ❤️

I think that's the first time we see Sean that emotional in a dance... correct me if I'm wrong, but Sean nearly cried during this, or he did cry in the end..

The first pair was fantastic, particularly the girl, Courtney Schwartz, incredible. And Sean is always phenomenal and always improving, that is why he surprises me every time.

4:40 his stare, his eyes, all that emotion going through him, you can see it all plain as day. Oooooooh I have chills!

This was crazy to watch, something about the stillness at the beginning had me captivated, and I felt like I couldn’t look away, or even blink until the screen went black. They’re such good performers. And then Sean appeared alone and I was ready for him to tell the same story, but as a solo. Talia surprised me when she walked into the frame, I’ve never seen her dance before but it was amazing how she chose to support Sean in this piece. Talia coming in and out just gave so much more to the piece. It became art. The first dancers made me feel like they were trying their best to hold on, but Sean was trying to let go, unable to get her out of his head. There was a moment when it almost felt like Sean was trying to get Talia out of his head almost like how people get water out of their ear, I thought that was such an amazing image. The other big difference between the two performances was the fourth wall. In the first, they were dancing to each other, fully in the story, feeling everything. In Sean’s, he kept staring right into the camera. I felt like. I was there, like he was telling me his story personally. You could see pure vulnerability the whole time and it was incredible.

first a clap to tmilly because without him these beautiful details were not happening , and sean amazing !!!

This choreography is perfect for Sean, taking into account that he is a perfect storyteller in dance ... I loved everything, I loved the emotion, the choreography, and of course, these geniuses of dance. Sean Lew, you can do everything my dear ... One of the best dancers in history. The emotion you bring, your musicality, your smooth movements, everything is beautiful 🙌

Courtney and Diego out here making a whole music video! That part where he sings along the song. I need to watch more of them. Thank you Talia for pushing Sean and recognizing his potential to be an ACTOR! Real raw emotions that talia managed to coax out of Sean. Love this teacher student relationship they have. And yes concept video that gives us all the feels pls!

I love it when Sean is challenged/pushed forward by the choreography. & Courtney was exceptional.

I had to pause after that first duo because that was beautiful and I sat awestruck with my jaw agape and now I've got tears in my eyes. Talia Favia you're gold. Courtney Schwartz you are nothing short of awe inspiring. Diego Pasillas you were absolutely beautiful. The second part wrecked my soul, it was such a cry to the broken and the yearning parts of the soul where we've lost people we can't get back and people we wish we could. Sean Lew you are a vehicle for art and Talia Favia your mind is a place I would endlessly venture in to. Thank you for this. And thank you to Tim Milgram for capturing this so eloquently, you are consistently setting the standard. Just, thanks. ❤️

sean is soo amazing his performance!!! 🤯

Wow! I thought the first couple were amazing, beautiful and emotive choreo. Sean blew me away with his interpretation. Bravo 👏👏👏

the fact that Sean was so into telling the story through his movements and facial expressions to show the pain and hurt and emotions that go through the story is amazing. To be able to make yourself connect to the story so much and to put yourself into character is really hard especially when you don't talk but only use your body to tell a story. that is what makes dance so fascinating and interesting to watch. Dancers who dance not only with their body but put their mind, heart and soul into the dance are the ones that I respect the most.

Sean's movements are so powerful. Incredible storytelling.

This is not dance. This is a myriad of emotions that touched my heart. Beautiful choreography.

SEAAAAAAANNN !!!!!!! Strength, control & emotions YEEESSS, so much talent, he just exploded 💜💜 Absolutely INCREDIBLE !!

Talia's choreo always bring out the best of Sean in every way. Loved it.

Courtney and Diego gave me a dance. Sean and Talia gave me a story. Each beautifully captivating ❤️

Sean is gonna killl it killl it

I've lost count of how many times I've watched Sean's part here. People keep looking at it from a set of two people storyline point of view. But from my perspective this is much more than that. It's all about Sean. It's a solo. Talia represents the weight of guilt, the torment, the sorrow, the depression and pain that he is feeling as he dances showing how broken he is by past events in these lyrics. It's that constant feeling and silent thoughts that are always present, lurking in the deep corners of the mind and buried within the heart, that's what Talia is here. Sean's depth of emotions is so well shown here as he faces the camera like a silent plead of help, and the weight on his shoulders makes him finally break down while fending off the memories. It's him dealing with his demons as he is learning to slowly let go and be free and not rely on it to keep him safe in an endless cycle. By leaving that behind his back, only then can he move on. It's a powerful representation, an empowering hidden message for all sorts of heartbreaking situations and victims of this mental darkness. They did such a phenomenal job, that there aren't enough words to describe it.

That's unreal. Everyone smashed it. Sean is truly incredible

OMG Sean Lew ❤❤❤

We are so proud of you Sean and the rest of the team.

This is probably one of my favourite dances to watch now. LOVE IT , SO GOOD !!!! Sean LEW and Talia made me cry like a baby . SO BEAUTIFUL

Courtney YOU'RE A MONSTER!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU ARE AMAZING!! YOU'RE A MASTERPIECE OF STRENGHT AND BALANCE AND LIGHTNESS. JUST WOW

Can we all just appreciate how good they are, I only know Sean and like always he’s just amazing, every person that watches him dancing, singing or anything is just speechless because you can tell how much heart and soul he puts on everything, I dream to be like him or like any of them, they are just amazing people and can tell they love this

First time I see Talia dancing and loved it. This video shows me how talented she is and the power she has to lift up Sean's presentation. This was by far the best choreo ever

Sean shines so bright here!! I feel like he gets to explore his potential more in freestyling solo or with new partners. it’s great watching him & Kaycee’s energy bounces off each other, but he’s usually complementing her in their freestyles. Love to see them together but also so impressed seeing their growth when they push themselves in dance

5:49 Tears. Magnificent, Sean. Total control & lost in the music's story.

The first couple made me cry NUFF Said. To the young man your partnering skill and support while being so lost in the song and Choreo' was perfection...But I thank You All I needed this today. You All gave of yourselves, touched and helped someone you will probably never meet. what more could we ever want from our dance.

Courtney and Diego = perfection. Their presence and vulnerability were intertwined.

I've been waiting since forever for the next Talia+Tim+Dermot because I knew Sean would be there. Loved both duos they wonderfully told different aspects from the same choreography. Yes, Tim work on the project with Talia.

Sean and Talia surprised me so much omg, I literally can feel the emotion and the intensity through the screen, I got goosebumps, amazing

Wait. Diego is actually perfect. His contemporary is gorgeous and his partnering skill and support is unmatched esp for someone his age. He deserves the hype people.

contemporary sean is my favourite sean

Watching Sean Lew dance makes me cry I don’t know why but it does he’s so talented ❤️👏🏽😢

Good job Sean !

It's amazing how different dancers can interpret the same choreography . Courtney and Diego make it seem like a story of love and all of it's complexities between two people while Sean and Talia make it seem more about one persons battle with themselves whether that's depression, doubt or otherwise much more of Sean's internal struggle. Both interpretations are so vastly different but both so intensely beautiful, well done.

Watching all performances, I felt like something was stuck in my throat and didn't realize when holding my breath. Especially when Sean hit his head tried hard to remember. And camera work ... amazing captured.

This was absolute beauty. Sean always scoops my heart out of my chest and puts it back changed. Love.

Sean lew and Talia!!!! That was unbelievable. I felt this performance in my heart. Absolutely amazing 🙌🏻👏🏻

Powerful Choreography! Sean was STUNNING!!!

I appreciate all your kind words SO much! I want to hear what you guys think this about! How do you relate to it? 🥀🥀🥀

goddamn...seven seconds into sean and talia and i'm already tearing up

My goodness this was so moving. The couple and their chemistry was absolutely beautiful. And Sean...I'm speechless. Him and Talia gave me mother and son vibes in this piece, so so wonderfully executed. I dont know how many times I've watched this, completely breathtaking performance from all 4.

I've been watching Sean for years now and I truly don't think I've ever seen him so immersed in a choreography like this. I'm so so proud of you lewlew:') this was just beautiful to watch😩💕

Awesome choreography... i cried the whole time Sean was dancing... i felt all of his emotions.. great dancer ...

The pain in his face. I felt that

First off I just want to say that was really freaking beautiful. The contrast between outwardly confrontational emotions and internalized suppression of emotions. I loved every bit of both performances. 2nd Courtney's body is a dream. I hope to one day look that amazing. First group: beautiful It was like such a struggling romance. You dance so well together like two romantic interests who have been friends and lovers but dancing around hard truths. Such power and volatile emotions Second group: So emotional. Talia knew how to really bring Sean out and that is an amazing art. Even though her appearances in the video were brief, they were so extremely powerful. I couldn't help crying. Not surprising at all that Sean cried. This wasn't acting, this was becoming. I love to see him meet these kinds of expressive choreographers who bring out this other side of him. This was so him and every time I see him, I'm never disappointed and always see something new.

I just wanted to say how much I love Sean lmao, this is one of the best dances I've ever seen him do because you can see the emotion its like you can feel it and you just knew the story automatically from the emotion, and I think that's very important when it comes to dancing. when I was watching this I cried so much because I can relate to this dance so much from things I went through and im still going through.

I’m speechless I just don’t know what to say about this they’re really amazing and Sean interpretation was just... wow

Talia doesn't look old, but the way they interacted with each other screamed mother-son to me and I saw the loss of a mother in that dance. A mom dying and leaving her son behind without wanting to. I love both performances. They both left me speechless.

OMG WHY DO U ALWAYS MAKE ME CRY SEANNN!!!!!!!!GREAT CHOREOGRAPHY AND FANTASTIC PERFORMANCE

The first two dancers were slept on in the comments, the first two dancers did amazing 🥰🥰 I can’t stop watching this video is on replay.

Her entrance was beautiful. They are more than dancers, thats for sure. Sean is the only choreographer who got me truly emotional with his and his partners performances. True artists.

A week ago I was SO moved by this piece I had to return to see how it still felt. This time it was Sean and Talia that made me weep. We have a long year ahead and each work of art stands alone but we will be hard pressed to top* this beautiful heart rending interpretation.

Dermot Kennedy + Talia = magic. Every time.

There was such a stark difference in the first and second couples, but they both fit perfectly. The first one told the story in the dancing. The second one told the story in every single possible way, through the dancing, the facials, the disappearances and reappearances, everything. I've never felt so emotionally invested in a choreography before.

Wow ... this choreo is truly amazing: powerful, emotional, intense. Talia Favia is a wonderful genius 🙌🙌 Sean Lew ... well, no words can properly describe his shining soul and his wonderful dancing skills ❤ Courtney and her partner: magnificent!! Thank you all (including THE Tim Milgram!!)

My interpretation of the first couple was like a relationship where maybe there was a trust breaking moment and so they are trying to get that back or regain those old times "do you remember when" and my interpretation of Sean & Talia is that of a son who's mother is deceased and she is still guiding him and letting him know that he can move on she will always be there but he is afraid because he feels lost without her, and he often dwells on those times they shared "do you remember when" just my personal perspective of the dances ❤️

I love that Seans improv was mostly simple but his acting & power behind the moves, made them so special & told such a painful story that it was just as incredible as if he'd done the most complex moves

Sean Lew very exciting! incredible

Sean Lew, the best,, unreal!!!!!!!!!