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Rebecca Carlton - Director (marymagnut@yahoo.com)
I have been involved with theatre in one way or another for most of my life... starting with my first ballet class at age 6!  Throughout the years, I have flirted with all the aspects of theatre, from performing, stage managing, scenic work, and lighting... and finally finding my niche in the areas of writing and directing, although I still love to perform when I have the opportunity. I majored in theatre at NYU, and have worked steadily in the industry since... except during  a 4 year hiatus of being a youth minister. It has been a long time dream to combine my two passions, my Catholic Faith, and the Arts, and I am grateful beyond imagining that the dream has finally come true.
Nichole Jackson – Assistant Director (nicholejackson@cfl.rr.com)
Associate Director of C.A.S.T. Nichole Jackson holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Rollins College in Mathematics with a Minor in Dance and many Theatre and Production credit hours. She also has a Graduate Certificate in Christian Spirituality from Loyola New Orleans and is completing her Master’s Degree at Rollins in Liberal Studies with credits in Literature, Classics, Humanities, History, Philosophy, Music, Art, Film and Theatre. Preparation has begun for her thesis project: writing a contemporary reimagination of Plato’s Symposium for the stage. Performance credits include 4 years of Entertainment at EPCOT, 2 Habitat for Humanity Dinner Theater Shows at St. Mary Magdalen Church (Magesque and Peter Pan) as well as Cole Porter’s Anything Goes on the Annie Russell Stage and numerous dance concerts. Her varied background as a teacher includes pre-K3, Elementary Religious Education and High School English in addition to many years as an instructor and choreographer at dance schools in the Central Florida area. Nichole enjoyed co-directing C.A.S.T. ministry’s inaugural show, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Pat Rush – Marketing/Publicity (ibklynlefty@yahoo.com)
Pat Rush has been indirectly involved with theatre for almost thirty years. Once married to a professionally trained actor, she learned very quickly (and painfully) that her particular talents and gifts do not include being on stage. Thankfully there are many ways to contribute to a theatre ministry and Pat has happily taken on the role of advertising and promotion for C.A.S.T. A chairperson of the community Booth at CommunityFest for several years, Pat has both a knowledge and comfort level with local area businesses. That experience will allow C.A.S.T. to become known within the community and provide the opportunity to seek various types of donations in the way of goods and services. And since Pat has never been accused of being soft spoken, promoting and getting the word out about this wonderful new ministry is a perfect fit. In addition to her work with C.A.S.T., Pat is an Audire trained Spiritual Director, and the proud mom of Chris and Jackie.
Debbie Sardone - Records (debbie6868@yahoo.com)
She has worked at the hospital in Sanford for 23 years as a supervisor in the laboratory. She is proud to be married to her husband Joe for 23 years. He is a piano teacher and country band member. They have 3 teenage children. All of her children have been a part of Saint Mary Magdalen since baptism. She is a new member of the board and eager to be involved and learn more behind the scenes. Her organizational skills are outstanding and she loves photography.
Cathie Bucko- Events Coordinator / Donations (jbucko6@aol.com)

She and her family lived in Central Florida for 14 years, the last 9 of which they have been members of St. Mary Magdalen.  She and her husband, Jim, both grew up in Illinois – he was on the south side of Chicago, and she was in Elmhurst, a western suburb of Chicago.  They met at St. Mary's College in Winona, Minnesota and have been married for 23 years.  They have five precious children -- Brendan, 18; Colin, 16; Erin, 13; Hannah, 13; and Isabella, 3.  As for personal interests, photography is a passion of hers and something she hopes to dedicate more time to in the future.  She loves to read and horseback ride as well.  Currently, both Cathie and Jim are on the Men's and Women's CROC teams after having made the retreats last year.  She first became involved with the Habitat Dinner Theatre somewhat by accident with the production of Peter Pan.  Her daughters, Erin and Hannah, wanted to try out for the part of the twins.  They talked her into auditioning for the part of Mrs. Darling, and all three of them ended up being cast in those roles.  It was a wonderful experience for them and, ever since then, the whole family has been involved not only with the Habitat Show every year but with the Living Stations of the Cross, the Bread and the Word skits, the Art Show and the summer stock productions.  She is very happy to serve on the Board and to be a part of CAST Ministry. 

Wes Andersen - Website Administrator (CWAndersen@aol.com)
He was born in Ft. Lauderdale (yes, a native Floridian) and moved to central Florida 11 years ago. He has been married for 21 years to his high school sweetheart, Emily, and they have two children, Spenser, age 17, and Kate, age 14. They both attend Bishop Moore High School. He became a Catholic 14 years ago and has been active in the church since. Since moving to the area, he sang in the SMM 10:00am choir for 5 years, He was the president of the SMM school board for 2 years, and has been involved with the Habitat show for 6 years. He has a medical supply company that covers the Caribbean islands and when he is not traveling for work, he is usually traveling with his family for fun.

CAST Ministries Members offering expertise

Nicole Colamarino - Financial Advisor
Nicole Colamarino is a native Floridian who came to St. Mary Magdalen (SMM) parish in 1998 to join the Catholic Young Adults and later became a parishioner. She met her husband Tony during a production of a murder mystery dinner theater (he played “Mr. Big” and she was his girlfriend). Nicole has been performing all her life in many different venues but has no formal training.
Nicole has a BSBA degree in Accounting and worked in the field preparing tax returns, financial statements and auditing for 8 years. She is now a Domestic Engineer and starting her own businesses in crafting and personal organizing.
Tony Colamarino – Set Construction
Tony has his own handyman/home remodeling business, which he really enjoys. He does everything from changing out fixtures to ripping out cabinets and gutting houses & rebuilding the entire thing. In his spare time he likes to read, go to movies, and spend time with his family. He volunteers for several ministries at St. Mary Magdalen and loves being part of such a great parish family.
Tony is the main construction guy for the C.A.S.T. Ministry. If it needs to be designed, built, imagined, or modified - he's the guy!

Other forms of expertise are welcome. Please sign up for this ministry and bring your talents to others!

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