Quebec Dance Duo Bring The Judges to Tears With Emotional Performance | Canada's Got Talent 2024

Marie-Josee & Jason tell an impactful story during their dance performance.
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[@murraykaufman2588]

I’ve not ever seen anything with such a strong message like this in any type of a short performance…. This should have received the Platinum buzzer. I would see these performers live and without hesitation pay for such a powerful artistic exhibition. Thank you both unbelievable.

[@Dinkdownn]

A couple other short performances that brought me to tears that you might like - 1. SYTYCD Season 5 Kayla Kupono Contemporary Gravity 2. How It Ends (Contemporary) - Kent and Neil

[@rose-marie7351]

This deserved a golden buzzer 100%

[@seanbeag7]

Totally agree

[@elibrown153]

Agreed

[@pauls6318]

It did. Unfortunately, at this point in the taping, all of the Golden Buzzers had already been used.

[@elviamay8518]

Exactly!!

[@Lauren18kGold]

Yes, but equally important that people get to see more.

[@concertmasterp]

I was not prepared for this. And I am still shocked. The beauty of dance to tell such a dark story is a wow moment. When she broke that lamp, I got hit with a flood of memories I have tried to bury deep. As the oldest child of parents who were like this, I did everything I could to protect my younger brother and sister. I also protected my mom as well. I was 7 years old when I saw the fights, the perfume being thrown through a wall, the car almost being flipped when they went at it, the tears, hearing the yelling, and watching my mom being pushed down a flight of stairs. Listening to my father emotionally and verbally abusing me. My escape was my music as I am a pianist. When my dad died there was no emotion, and I had to be forced to attend that funeral. By that time my parents were divorced. Strange how no one remembers the children who are often the audience to the parent's abuse, the children who remember or retreat into a different world. That lamp brought back a flood of memories and I have dealt with the past. I just need to continue to deal with those memories and to stay strong. My sister is also a musician and the first song she wrote has become my anthem - "I Like Myself, I Like the Way I'm Different From You". If you are someone who has also been affected by this performance, there is always light and a different chapter for you to write.

[@pamcullen537]

I totally feel your pain, I suffered as well. Every day tell yourself you are special because you are and it’s other people who are wrong, that is their problem not yours, live your own life and be the best you can be and make yourself proud ❤️

[@concertmasterp]

@@pamcullen537 Thank you for the encouragement

[@olivia251]

I'm so happy to be the first comment. I saw this performance live in Niagara Falls when it was taped in October 2023. It was filmed on the last day of auditions and all the golden buzzers had already been used up. This was a GOLDEN BUZZER audition. With all the respect in the world to the golden buzzer winners, THIS has been the only performance I've seen on CGT this season that made me go WOW, THIS IS SPECTACULAR. I was there in person and I have to say, it was breathtaking, chilling, and powerful beyond words. The entire auditorium was silent for the whole performance. It was a silence that was so profound. We were all taking it in. Their artistry, their technical ability, the way they flow together and crumble and crash. So beautiful. They are very, very talented. And she is beautiful as well. I hope she knows that. Thank you for telling your story, Marie-Josee. Thank you for sharing it through dance. If they don't get put through to the semi finals, I will not watch the rest of CGT season 3.

[@rvversiani]

this was filmed in last october?

[@olivia251]

​@@rvversiani yep, it was filmed in October 2023 in Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. I'm from Toronto, so took the trip down to Niagara Falls to attend. Tickets were free :)

[@rvversiani]

@@olivia251 wow..6 months ago to get it released!

[@melissadarisay8373]

Absolutely agree! This was one of the most moving dance performances I've ever seen on any talent show. Bravo for such an amazing and fearless performance. Thank you for showing your heart

[@michaelphillips8966]

Sometimes there aren't words... Sometimes there are only feelings you can't hide... So painful, so beautiful. You get the golden buzzer from me... ❤️

[@charles11115]

This performance brought tears to my eyes! I am a survivor of abuse as a child and as an adult! The way they expressed themselves and the way they danced was moving! I just wish they got the golden buzzer! Its happening all over! Amazing! Ive never seen anyone dance and express themselves this way before!

[@sandrapenney9680]

WOW, So Moving, as a woman who left an abusive relationship, I cried because I relived it in that dance!! Thank you for showing the battle between love and violence. Golden Buzzer in my mind.

This so deserved the GOLDEN BUZZER - thank you for sharing your story. It will i imagine help others tell their story, and be brave enough to voice in what ever works for them in setting them free, Thank you.

[@paulagolladay6713]

if any of the viewers find this dance painful to watch because it brings you back to "that" place I am with you as I am a survivor of abuse. If any viewer finds this dance painful to watch because you do not think it will happen in your circle of life, I plead with you to rethink about the subject of the dance. I pray that no one, child, woman, man will ever experience abuse; yet, it does happen. Prayerfully to you or someone you love dearly, but it could be happening right next door. Speak out, seek shelter, call for help. There is hope only when abusers are arrested, tired and placed into incarceration. This only happens when charges are made by the one who is being abused, at least this is how the law work in the USA. May that be true also in Canada.

[@lenaguerin7950]

😂5🎉hello

[@Trueblue222]

There’s always someone in the comments that has to make it all about themselves. It doesn’t help anybody suffering from abuse that ‘you are with them’. They don’t know you, you can’t help them , you aren’t helping them. Just applaud the couple who are shining a light on the issue and leave it at that.

[@paulagolladay6713]

@@Trueblue222 - If you misunderstood my comment I am sorry. If you think I was not supportive of the performance you are incorrect. If you think I cannot have empathy or support to the dancers and performance once again you are incorrect. I have survived child, marital, and sexual abuse. No I am not seeking sympathy, as stated I am a survivor. Thank you for leaving your comment, this is not a debate but it is wise to know many sides of an issue, especially the issue so beautiful told by he dancers and they amazing performance.

[@mkb7013]

Thank you for that comment. I too am a survivor and I am in break down mode with cleansing tears falling down my face. Just a truly amazing piece.

[@Heartbeatofchristministries]

I am also a survivor there is help you are loved you can leave God bless

[@nataliebeiler1936]

So powerful, beautiful, and courageous!

[@kaherucatherine2785]

They deserved a golden buzzer

[@oluniyiakande8747]

This is definitely a golden buzzer performance 🎉 Well-done guys.

[@tinamazzariello3019]

I've had Marie-José as my dance teacher in my musical theater class!! Her dance had such a strong message and it's crazy how ou can portray a story through movement. 100% deserved a golden Buzzer!!

[@NorasyikinAbdullah-y9c]

A very Outstanding performance! I'm still teary eyed even after watching the performance because I can relate with what the story is all about.

[@koziebartow]

Holy moly, Canada’s got talent alright! What choreography, what a POWERFUL PERFORMANCE. I’ve watched four auditions so far for 2024 & it’s been amazing, touching, and draining. I’m going to bed. 🤦🏼❤️

[@DessiHNDRXX]

This performance actually made me tear up and I'm not a crier. The vulnerability, the dancing, the storytelling... I've never seen anything like it. Maybe create a platinum buzzer? lol. The acting and the dancing was so fluid... I can't find the right words. Wow. I hope they make it ALL the way.

[@rossanaglasgow2561]

Domestic Violence is a global issue . thanks for sharing. left me teary eyed. From Trinidad and Tobago.

[@Debra-um6pl]

With the vague description Marie-Josee gave prior to the performance, I knew in my heart it was going to be a story about domestic violence. I too am a survivor of a violent domestic assault. My body grew tense, and tears came to my eyes as her story unraveled. I found myself holding my breath and flinching as the violence escalated. My own story was silently playing in my head, and I could feel her fear and pain in my gut. During a physical assault there is an “intense drive to survive” that kicks in. This was beautifully executed by Marie-Josee fighting back throughout the dance. The remorse Jason showed as Maria-Josee lay motionless on the floor tore my heart out because that is exactly what violent abusers do! The remorse never lasts long and sadly, is one of the reasons why many women do not press charges against their attacker and get out of the relationship. Thank you for sharing your story Marie-Josee and bringing this horrific problem to life! Well done - powerful and beautifully orchestrated. They should have received a golden buzzer!

[@tinacollins2055]

Proof that actions speak louder than words! 👍👍💕💕

[@DavidKelly-fh2jb]

Sending love, did you watch this content live?

[@fanjaniainafawbush4216]

I love when dance is less abstract, tells powerful message for the dancers and the spectators. When talent is used meaningfully... It is really something, it is beautiful ❤

[@TheBabygobyby]

I so understand and feel every one of these moves. Like her, i also came out alive. I have nevver been so moved on how this was expressed. Scars can been hidden , mental ones also need repair. Bless her beautiful heart.

[@El-vine-iar]

Still crying. From the description I said I'll gonna cry before the act and that's was. And I still cry. Art from pain! Incredible! Congratulations! You have a unique idea. And thank you CGT for your donation. God bless you all! 🙏

[@RadioHistory-et8pp]

The Dancers, left me in tears, real tears, that was powerful

[@saq4851]

incredible something so dark could be beautiful

[@annbeirne9583]

WOW! So powerful but shocking at the same time, baring of the soul 💖

[@teresayeates3437]

The beauty of the trust between them cannot go unsaid. Wish that for everyone.

[@jamisonfawkes8537]

for me this performance really touched on my mental health struggles and addictions. i know it was probably about abusive relationships, but that’s how i feel towards myself in those instances. absolutely amazing and heartfelt.

[@Dinkdownn]

A couple other short performances that brought me to tears that you might like - 1. SYTYCD Season 5 Kayla Kupono Contemporary Gravity 2. How It Ends (Contemporary) - Kent and Neil

[@NattyG52]

Yes ..made me cry .... extremely well done...I think they used up all their golden buzzers and had they been on earlier, they would have definitely got one ❤

[@gouthamjayapal2344]

Song name is Trop beau- Lomepal

[@MoosefromCanada]

Intense ..holy crap BRAVO 🙌‼️💕🫡

[@DianeLee-je7jm]

deeply powerful on so many levels...and the physicality was incredible. I hope she was able to release something during this performance 🖤

[@angeldark8812]

Powerful, traumatic, breathtaking, gobsmacking performance that had tears filling my eyes that I didn't want to blink! Incredible to watch with such a tragic story told in such a powerful way! Encore!

[@kindreebaylay2378]

Should have been the Golden Buzzer!

[@shakirabells6955]

Gosh they deserve the golden buzzer every moves thier dance have a story so emotional and amazing to watch

[@jbullthekingofentertainment]

This was apsoultley incredible I can definitely relate to this because my sister is in a controlling relationship right now I pray that anyone that’s in a abusive or a controlling relationship finds a way out and know that you have people who love and care about you god bless you all😔🙏🏿👍❤️

[@katherinebryden-wolke8210]

You really broke it down in such a way only dance could convey. You were amazing. In a strange sort way that is what abuse is a Dangerous Dance between two people. Very powerful performance.

[@tortoro6565]

This is a golden buzzer act

[@leecherry4096]

This deserved a golden buzzer

[@lemonpoppyseeds]

By the time they were on stage they had all been used up, I think that's the only reason they haven;t. The judges tend to use them too early IMO (often more based on sob-story than talent...) and then based on order of performance the later performers don't even have a shot at them.

[@TriciaBridgesKoontz]

This was the most moving act I’ve ever seen.

[@DavidKelly-fh2jb]

Sending love, did you watch this content live?

[@Dilydaydream1]

Oh what artistry and talent to choreograph such a piece..... a piece that gave flashbacks to a life escaped. Thank you for starting the conversation

[@Tina-qp7py]

It was very well choreographed and performed. Flawless in making a statement.

[@glendajoy1704]

Wow, how powerful, so realistic, what a message,!!

[@lemonpoppyseeds]

I'm not usually into dance, it's certainly never made me cry before. Well. Done.

[@killingqueen4506]

😭😭 Incredible, made me really emotional, I felt and understand this pain... Very powerful performance.

[@evalynchuran8684]

I cried, I am a survivor of abuse.

[@cuchelo1]

I'm usually wary abt the hyperbolic descriptions of these videos- everything is always "powerful" or "emotional" or "bringing the judges to tears!"- but this... I simply have no words to express how much it moved me. I'm just stunned at how much impact they had as both artists and storytellers.

[@kf1412]

Had me balling in tears. I've never FELT a dance performance the way I felt her performance. Im so glad it's a story of her past, and can now look towards a beautiful future ❤

[@WakeUp2024]

Great performance... Beautiful Philosophical value

[@philippedeschamps4677]

Sublime message. Sublime perf.

[@blainepeschka3329]

In the history of golden buzzers,this was the most deserving golden buzzer moment ever!

[@r-e-f3299]

Wow….that is so amazing and so important for a lot of people. Thank you for do that ❣️

[@kerrijames949]

Heartbreaking, my past life relived. 💔

[@KatieJoy88]

This was amazing and such a proud message to share. It’s all too common an experience, that needs to be brought to light and create change, love and support

[@cestmoi1796]

the message overwhelms the skill and the skills are ..what can be said.. icried too but because i greive that .. everyone harmed by another humanbeing should have a friend like that

[@omy5439]

😢 This is true art.

[@sarahbatcher6749]

I grew up in an abusive home with my mother being beaten so many times ya can’t keep count and us kids getting beatings because we begged him to stop hitting mom. Those memories never ever go away. We may teach ourselves how to bury them but they never go away. I as with my sister fell into the same trap and married abusers which we in our later years were able to escape but stayed until our children were grown and moved out then we both escaped our situations. This is such a powerful message for man woman or child. Seek help before it’s too late. You two were amazing

[@BabatundeSharon]

I literally teared up 😢

[@paigehostler2837]

As a surviver of domestic violence this dance made me to emotional

[@footwurkmusic]

Very unique. Well done.

[@TheMeerkatboi]

So shocked..But in the right way-every movement told a story.

[@ScottLulu]

Come on judges!! Ridiculous that wasn’t a golden buzzer

[@gailweatherall1215]

So different - amazing - they are fantastic.

[@emaffett]

Thank you for dancing my story! There is joy outside of that prison. Beautifully told.

[@StillYHWHs]

Powerful performance.

[@deankenney]

POWERFUL PERFORMANCE

[@kaherucatherine2785]

My best so far

[@ndukaalexander3203]

D storyline is crazy....very dope

[@elenacalin3734]

Meritau butonul de aur la cât de bine au redat prin dans toate trăirile unei femei abuzate...

[@heatherp.7345]

Wow!!! Totally awesome and wonderfully eye-opener

[@patriciacuvelier5179]

Ils ont fait incroyable talent et ont obtenu le golden buzzer

[@wendycohen9038]

That woman was me 40 years ago. Blew my mind.

[@DavidKelly-fh2jb]

Sending love, did you watch this content live?

[@elisabethstickland3577]

you’re message is divine ❤

[@suzannebastien2918]

There is a second part to this story. They were contestants on a dance competition in Montreal called Revolution and the second part is just as breathtaking!

[@angel_wilfred]

Spoiler alert 😢

[@gouthamjayapal2344]

There actually 3 parts they have been in france got talent its on yt

[@cjmii7103]

This was both emotionally painful/moving and amazing to watch

[@leodegas7731]

Tears 😢.

[@funshine817]

This has been talked about for decades. It is something that will never go away, like poverty, theft, drugs, murder, etc. It is part of the human experience and it can't be wiped out of existence. Your best chance is to not attract it to you by having self worth/confidence, self esteem and self love. ❤

[@elsiek25]

HOW did this performance Not make the finals?!?!?!?!?!? the judges are crazy to not pick this performance

[@karenmusa3052]

Very powerful..❤❤

[@laboheme4395]

Après Révolution, bonne chance

[@DavidKelly-fh2jb]

Sending love, did you watch this content live?

[@mercysamwaka2750]

This is deep 😢😢😂😂😂😮😮😮😮I respect myself

[@Lindyanne622]

Having left a physically abusive marriage in my early 20’s, this literally brought tears to my eyes….that was 50 years ago. The pain remains.

[@szaborita-sarolta3970]

Omg 😮😮😮spechless so much emotions i felt the battle She went through and is só painful..

[@agenelfenelus1191]

Incomparable experience in that show for the world 🌎🌎🌎🌎

[@ozzyjr32]

Absolutely AMAZING!! How did they NOT receive a golden buzzer???? WOW, what an excellent performance while delivering a very strong message! INCREDIBLE performance!!

[@Charlesb88]

I heard this was one of the last auditions for this season to be recorded, so all the golden buzzers were used up by the time they performed. They don’t always show the auditions on TV in the exact order they performed them live on stage. But if they continue to be good as they are here going forward, they won’t need to golden buzzer to advance far in the competition.

[@ozzyjr32]

Yeah! That makes sense!!

[@ZenSrk-hk9ui]

Golden buzzerr 👍👍

[@louiselincoln]

I wish this had come with a trigger warning but am also grateful that they are raising awareness around DV.

[@cindymoore5642]

Wow, that was incredible. I understood that dance. You guys did an amazing job. It brought tears to my eyesthank you.

[@j.w.r3730]

You can tell the ones most moved have been through what you saw here. You can see the 50 yard stare of war in their eyes.

[@bonnieyeates5493]

I didn't think it would make me feel the pain and sadness i did. I thought I had dealt with the past

[@everbravo3116]

What's the name of the song? Loved it❤

[@MsMpem]

Ok annoying question, but does anyone know the song they are playing AT THE END of this? I’ve been trying to find it for an hour 😅

[@dansingdaisy]

"Trop Beau" by Lomepal

[@ldasense420]

@@dansingdaisy thanks so much. i was so lost trying to find the song lol

[@marjolainharvey6172]

la planete entiere connait la force creatrice des quebecois

[@lynnetrathen4587]

What a bloody awesome performance 😊

[@longtalljay]

No one named the problem, "the truth," the "clear story."

[@joseejosee1301]

👏👏👏

[@Catalystresource]

So why don't they get the golden buzzer when the girl with autism and an average voice did? The choreography, athleticism, vulnerability, power and message of this were all next level. It would be good to mention a trigger warning at the beginning because this could be very traumatizing and activating to sit through in a public venue, or even at home alone if you've been a victim of domestic violence or sexual/physical assault. Then you have the choice to close your eyes or walk away until it's over.

[@Soccerwidow]

I agree with the trigger warning. I didn't expect this and.. I am still crying. 😢

[@Catalystresource]

Let crying be a cathartic release, but call someone if you want/need support. Do you know of EFT Tapping- emotional freedom technique? Very useful for almost everything but especially stress, trauma and anxiety/depression. Loads of YT videos but Nick and Jessica Ortner are one of the pioneers of it and have lots of free resources. I use it too, plus do treatments on clients and teach them how to do it for themselves. Traumatic experiences stay stuck in the body if not processed.

[@olivia251]

When I watched it live in person (when the auditions were being taped in October 2023), they told everyone right before the break that the next act was going to be about domestic violence, and they said that if you wanted to leave and miss it, now was the time to do it. On CGT's instagram, they put a trigger warning and when it was being broadcast on TV to Canadians there was also a trigger warning. I'm not sure why they didn't do that here on KZbin. I absolutely agree that they should have.

[@lemonpoppyseeds]

They had used them all up by this point unfortunately.

[@mrdynamite2024]

come juidge it suppose to be golden buzzer

[@nicks6036]

wow

[@Felinomania1]

Wow !!!!!!1

[@francescodelrio3279]

Have to be shown everywhere