AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE l Director's Cut by Sean Lew l 2022

Presenting the 'Director's Cut' of the ABT SUMMER SEASON Campaign.
being able to direct this entire campaign, alongside some of american ballet theatre's most iconic pieces, have been an insane journey to say the least... never in a MILLION years would i have ever imagined to witness these incredible pieces in person, let alone direct them. Thank you connor, thank you lourdes, thank you kevin, and thank you to the entire ABT team for believing that i could bring something different to your stage, while also trying to honor what makes ballet so special. watching the pieces in the studio and in person for the first time, was literally enough for me to understand how i wanted to showcase the undeniable feeling of awe and admiration of ballet.
the track you are listening to right now, was created by me and scott. i pulled inspiration from a song by labrinth for this specific video, because it was the only genre of music that held the elegance of ballet, yet a modern take on instruments at the same time. i did the vocals, while scott produced and played all the instruments.
at last, i won't end this without thanking my right hand guy, scott winn. me and scott were put through some of the most insane obstacles throughout this entire process, yet without him, this entire project wouldn't have been possible. my gratitude for this guy, is beyond anything i could actually express. you guys would never believe the stories that we've had, throughout this journey of this project. i wouldn't trade this experience with scott for anything in the freaking multiverse.
i truly hope you all enjoy this version of ABT's 2022 Summer Season MET Campaign.
Director/Creative Director/Editor: Sean Lew
Director of Photography: Scott David Winn
Assistant Creative Director: Connor Holloway
Executive Producer: Clair Grupp
Producer: Jennifer Pearl
Creative Design Services: Bethany Beacham
Producer/Assistant Production
Designer: Orea Guthrie
Production Designer: Sebastien Leon
ABT Director of Production: Vincent Roca
ABT Wardrobe Supervisor: Tomoko Ueda-Dunbar
ABT Hair and Makeup Supervisor: Rena Most
ABT Head of Properties: Paul Wells
ABT Head Electrician: AJ Jackson
ABT Head Carpenter: Brian Kafel
Producer PA: Kendra Gelner
Production Coordinator: Sophia Hilliard
Stage Manager: Jeremiah Bischoff
Gaffer: Julian Velez
Key Grip: Riad Deeb
Steadicam: Thomas Dean
1st AC: Ines Portugal
2nd AC: Joe Robinson
Best Electric: Justin Lee
Grip: Bliss Bussant
DIT: David Andrews
Art PA: Noah Schmitz
Set PA: Tim Colao
Set PA/Runner: Bharat Gurwani

[@scottdw]

Love you brother. So grateful for this experience.

[@kayceerice3627]

💕💕

[@sovimohammedsaeed7802]

الحمدلله فايزة

[@winterrrsea1674]

Seeing your name next to ABT my jaw has never ACTUALLY dropped. It just did. What in the....... Sean 🥰😂you have like, beyond beyond, super made it. A hip hop phenom collabing with the best ballet company in the USA?! Am I dreaming?! What happened here?!?! How?? As a ballerina that has followed you for YEARS and admired your abilities I never thought our worlds would intersect. This is beautiful and you have just so so many gifts. I still can't believe this is real.

[@coolasfire111]

Best part about this is how it is so very obviously Sean's video style. Anyone that has followed his video blogs, especially "Iceland" (go watch it now if you haven't), it's hard to miss that this video is simply Sean though-and-through... Oh, also, that means its excellent =D

[@natyrm]

I love the concept, the aesthetics, the visuals, the direction, the music (what you sing is a delight to listen to) congratulations for this piece Sean 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼♥️♥️

[@sowaitaminuteok5541]

Damnnnnn...he always amazes us

[@myhuyennguyen7883]

I'm so proud of you Sean. The talent, visuals, and soundtrack in this video are amazing. So glad you had the chance to be a part of the ABT summer season campaign. With you Sean we can always expect everything to be next level, expect the unexpected.

[@theonlyphin]

You understand what you do at an over-artistry level that's beyond everything artistic. You're such inspiration to me and I love you so much. Continue doing what you do and 🙏🏼thank you so much for being you and showing this side of you to the world❤❤🔥🔥.

[@martacastillo6272]

1:35 I love the focus of the hands and the on and off time lapse😫✨

[@natyrm]

so proud of you Sean.... this looks amazing

[@LyndseyMacPherson]

You earned this opportunity, Sean, and with it, you created wonder and beauty. (Wish publishers were as forward thinking as dance companies.😭)

[@v1nhnguyen]

Bro, this is amazing work. Love the imaginative feel, the contrast in lighting from reality to fantasy, and the subtle sound design to make everything feel more tangible. Bravo, Sean!

[@italiangirl2789]

Sean Lew you are AMAZING, so proud of your journey ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@vi2751]

there's nothing more to say than you've created breathtaking art. Congratulations Sean!!

[@eynjeeeyl]

This man gets bigger and bigger!✨😍😭❣️

[@hanangorja468]

This is SO GOOD 🔥🔥👏🏽👏🏽. Sean Lew being a director fits you Perfectly. The visual is insane, CINEMATOGRAPHY 🔥 🔥. The track is truly AMAZING 🔥. Well done, incredible work Sean Lew and all the cast 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽.

[@karenmar1529]

What I love about Sean is you can always expect the unexpected. You think you know and then you see it. His vision is always next level, can't wait to see everything! 🤗🤩

[@alonew]

This was magnificent! I stopped breathing 🥺😭🤩

[@robbywong9103]

Seriously at a loss for words at the talent this man has

[@jottoo]

About Sean, can’t wait to see what is next nevertheless wanna stay in the moment.

[@beadels9597]

from a young boy making videos of his trips and travels with wonderful editing, to creating masterpieces like these. this is only the start of what's to come. so proud of you sean

[@I.bluuee]

im in lov with thisss

[@azieevana9446]

WOWWW ANOTHER POST?? SSHEEESH IM EXCITED!

[@crystalhua3034]

A piece of art not given in its right moment can hurt the time it is given. This is good to perceive

[@MariahDyi]

Beautiful Sean! There are no words to describe the beauty in this piece!

[@nina-bi6lx]

wow this is beyond amazing, it's crazy to see what you're able to create

[@kayceerice3627]

I can feel the greatness coming out from the video😭💕💕

[@Leslie2969]

I feel so proud of you, been watching you for years. But also so jealous of all you can do and the lack of fear to try new things and step out of the box. Please never stop stepping out of the box. I teach classes on a multitude of subjects from crafting, robotics to video and photo editing, and the biggest challenge I have is hearing from people “I can’t” before they even try. I hate it because it was always what held me back. So keep flying young man. Your bravery is awesome to see, don’t ever box yourself in. Love you Sean

[@verodaaa]

It's just amazing. Only 2 min 45 but which show so many things! The details, the amazing editing, the music so well-chosen and simply the story told which is beautiful! Your way of expressing things is so beautiful, well done Sean!!! And also to all those who participated in this work of art!! :) (Ps: I'm French, so my English may not be accurate, but I really wanted to leave my little review 😅🙃)

[@beadels9597]

sean, im SO SO SO SO SO PROUD OF YOU.

[@nalani7627]

I can’t wait!!!!!!!!

[@jodibuchanan128]

Really good Sean Lew! I love seeing you chase your dreams.

[@loisadiyiah7145]

Artistry in its purest form 🥰

[@lucaperisi6459]

LET'S GOOOO ❤️❤️✨. I'm so proud of you Sean 🌝🥰👀🎀

[@cahide6233]

Soooooo proud

[@adrianaguerra137]

Love your work Sean, can't waitttt

[@chaelist.bernard6438]

you’re so god damn talentedddddd

[@cautiousjulie2736]

there’s nothing this man can’t do

[@franciscom.7232]

Amazing👏

[@Wkjj]

I love your voice 😍😍😍😍

[@martacastillo6272]

GORGEOUS, IMMERSIVE, DETAILED AND THOUGHTFUL

[@lu.ddanza5223]

Can't wait!!! ❤

[@kahinabubbles]

Absolutely amazing Sean. Beautiful work

[@rebecca7D4]

WOW! You're incredible...

[@calliopemuse3210]

Holy shit! 🔥 Sean you’re incredible! I’m in awe of you 😭🥰

[@unknownna314]

I cant believe you're singing and created the song with Scott! literally so catchy and everything about this was amazing

[@mlynn8410]

Incredible! Everything you touch is gold.

[@R.A.Y.I]

I'm so proud of you Sean 💐

[@blueskywolftree]

the concept is so spectacular 🤍🤍

[@webheadzzz.]

AAAAHHHHHH I CANT WAIT

[@aidapatriciamojicarodrigue4376]

Wow spectacular! 👏👏👏👏💕💯

[@krysteliamagik6940]

This is beautiful, every aspect of it. Congratulations on this amazing piece to all who worked on it.

[@kaylaknight9466]

All of your work is beautiful, from your dancing to your choreography! Be true to you and thats what makes you stand out. This is an amazing piece of art!!😍

[@TH1CCA]

I CAN'T WAIT OMG

[@dagitabliwanag9057]

This is prolly one of the best I've watched my entire week. You're so talented, Sean. Job well done to everyone in this project.

[@lisa-vinadu1409]

Fireeeeeeeeeee🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@toadlguy]

Whoo! Pretty amazing, Sean. Your multi talents blow my mind 🤩

[@aniakolosova]

I’m in an awe of ballet AND I’m in an of what you did as a director! This is huge! So much inspiration from you💫

[@littledancingbear6982]

SO glad that you've experienced more of the ballet world!!!!!

[@calicojeanne]

I feel like a proud mom. This is absolutely brilliant... Sean, you are a genius.

[@khamaria7815]

OH EM GEEEEEEEEEE

[@regiebaldomar9529]

This is so Unbelievable! Every piece, every inch is Masterpiece!

[@Wkjj]

i'm so proud of you sean i can't wait to see it 💐

[@keziaambalao3881]

So proud of you Sean😇

[@jaeangmunguia2513]

you're doing great.

[@finnjakunstmann5789]

I looooove it🥳❤️

[@yopxd3343]

THIS IS JUST AMAZING, MAN YOU ARE SO TALENT OMG

[@culture_creature]

I love the ballet and I got teary with what you created. I'm proud to be a fan and I love your vision. You are truly an artist

[@ulrikekilly7916]

Oh wow this is absolutely stunning!!! The story, the visuals, the music, the emotions! Master piece 😍

[@manickestele]

so proud

[@geriponce-rickards1668]

You are absoulutely brilliant! Bravo!

[@arayarose4747]

oh my god you are a fantastic video editor

[@robert.04_23]

🔥🔥

[@owenwestpoley1652]

That was cool!

[@isabelbrandaia1200]

You´re amazing!! Beautiful !!. 💖

[@Lemoncouches]

This is beyond amazing, you’ve made it so far in your career and I hope you are proud of yourself

[@lu.ddanza5223]

Wow, this is beautiful, Sean!! Incredible work by you and Scott! I really enjoy your filming style. It looks so cool! You're such a talented soul and it's beautiful to witness your creations

[@philinux]

​je suis impatient / I can't wait

[@georgiajaneherbert3038]

oh my god this is breathtaking

[@faitha950]

Chills throughout this. You've piqued my interest to now want to physically go to watch the ballet. Screens ain't enough, gotta see it all in person now.

[@minak6034]

wowowow sean this is incredible!! from the shots to the editing to the concept, everything turned out beautifully and so signature to you. i'm so proud :')

[@yoonkook6363]

Excelente director un ejemplo a seguir excelente persona 😍😍🇲🇽

[@vivihuerta]

This is beautiful, so proud of you Sean ❤️

[@mickeymcdonalds6111]

YOUR SO GOOD

[@claudiachaves3871]

Dios Sean !!!! tu talento me emociona hasta las lágrmas 😢

[@Kiwi_Jane_Doe]

Simply brilliant, as always ♡

[@dannyvieira6278]

So proud of u man 🥺♥️♥️

[@samanthacordova6181]

🤯🤯👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@asligkoc]

This is amazing ♥️

[@ShamonyLives]

This is beautiful!! ❤️😍😍

[@liae.r4424]

So beautiful, can't get enough of it

[@najdzlaa]

This is so dope… love the attention to details ☺️ applause to all of you

[@fernandam7912]

Amazing

[@yuaetsuu1048]

This is masterpiece!! I'm so proud of you sean!

[@user-ib3kb1fd1c]

🔥

[@silhouette3562]

Well done!

[@mta3562]

Beautiful. Love it

[@victoriadomingo9895]

WOW, SEAN! you're such a golden boy!

[@kateli6288]

can this pls be released on spotify 🙏 absolutely insane

[@_AngelicaK]

Yes pleaseee

[@user-mq5cr9gs3h]

Ildar Gainutdinov, known to you, dances on the stage of the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow

[@SilentHill_0819]

such great