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The Torchbearers Cabaret: A Romance in Words & Music

The Torchbearers blends documentary and musical styles to feature the best and brightest performers, writers, producers, and reviewers of our generation. In their own words and music they show how what a vital role cabaret plays; introducing new social mores to the mainstream, putting politics into perspective, and reminding us of our humanity.

  • Cheryl E. Grant
    Director
    John Strasberg Accidentally on Purpose Documentary; Adams' Apples Co-Director/Editor, and numerous theatrical productions
  • Julia Cook
    Producer
    John Strasberg Accidentally on Purpose Documentary; Raising Flagg featuring Alan Arkin; A Place Apart Narrated by Hal Holbrook; Sony Music Video John Mayer Trio "Who did you think I was" directed by Gus Van Sant; & numerous national commercials
  • Andrea Marcovicci
    Key Cast
  • Michael Feinstein
    Key Cast
  • Maude Maggart
    Key Cast
  • Barbara Carroll
    Key Cast
  • Donald Smith
    Key Cast
  • Stephen Holden
    Key Cast
  • Jennifer Sheehan
    Key Cast
  • Paula West
    Key Cast
  • Anne Hampton Callaway
    Key Cast
  • Tommy Femia
    Key Cast
  • Elaine Stritch
    Key Cast
  • Ute Lemper
    Key Cast
  • Isabelle Georges
    Key Cast
  • Mark Nadler
    Key Cast
  • Jason Graae
    Key Cast
  • Alex Rybeck
    Key Cast
  • Jeremy Davenport
    Key Cast
  • Anne Kerry Ford
    Key Cast
  • John Wallowitch
    Key Cast
  • Marty Ingels
    Key Cast
  • James Gavin
    Key Cast
  • Margaret Whiting
    Key Cast
  • Baby Jane Dexter
    Key Cast
  • Jerry Herman
    Key Cast
  • Maury Yeston
    Key Cast
  • Julie Wilson
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Feature
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 4 minutes 41 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 16, 2018
  • Production Budget:
    24,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital & Super 8mm
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Chicago Paris Cabaret Connexion
    Chicago
    United States
    October 28, 2018
Director Biography - Cheryl E. Grant

Director, Writer, Actor, Teacher, Cheryl E. Grant has been immersed in the theatre arts from a young age, beginning her formal training at the American Academy of Performing Arts in New York City. She Subsequently attained a Film Degree from The New School and has directed, written and performed in numerous award winning film and theatre productions. Cheryl conceived and directed the Multi-award-winning documentary, "Accidentally on Purpose" featuring John Strasberg, Steve Buscemi, Susan Strasberg. In this film, John discusses his Nine Natural Laws: a guide for actors and artists in organic ways to become more deeply involved with their world, spirits, and creativity. Winner, Best Educational Documentary - NY & LA Int'l Film & Video Festival Finalist, Best Documentary - Santa Monica Film Fest., Northampton Int'l Film Fest., Rhode Island Int'l Film Fest., Hawaii Int'l Film Fest., Denver Int'l Film Fest. Honorable Mention, Best Documentary - Columbus Int'l Film & Video Fest. She has most recently starred in an original film written and directed by John Strasberg, updating Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard where she performs the leading role of Elizabeth (Mrs. Lyuba Ranevsky in the original), as well as co-directed, co-edited, and co-produced the Oniros Award winning film.

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Director Statement

As an actor, director, filmmaker, and writer, I carry on the great legacy of the realistic school of acting - from Stanislavsky to Strasberg. The Torchbearers is a documentary film on the cultural impact of cabaret performers and writers featuring countless artists, past and present, who I am so honored to have captured their enormous legacy.