Star of Film, Television, and Theatre, 

Gerard DeBenedetto is a New York City native, who also spent many years overseas.   Those experiences, along with professional training, have had a profound influence on his acting.  Prior to his acting career, Gerard had a succssful 25 year career in Investment Management.

Has this experience prepared him to play a Professional Hitman?   Absolutely!

One of the most requested comedians working today, Richie's comedy credits include such well-known clubs as Dangerfield's, Carolines and Gotham Comedy Club in Manhattan. As well as many clubs around the country including Hilarities in Cleveland & The Ice House in Pasadena.

For over twenty years Richie Byrne has worked the top comedy venues here and abroad. Richie is also very proud to be the warm-up comic for "The Dr. Oz Show"

Richie brings the Irish Priest to life with humor and the perfect Irish twinkle in his eye!

From New York City, our Monk #1,

Gianni Sallese, originally hails from Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Gianni has extensive voiceover experience, and is fluent in multiple languages,  

with the ability to speak in 

15 different accents, and 14 voice styles!

Trained at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, Gianni is an accomplished keyboardist and singer, and is also a Master of comedy impressions.  

His portrayal of Monk 1 will have you ready to join the Monastery! 

Jeanna Schweppe has extensive Commercial, TV, Film, and Theatre experience, including several performances on Broadway and National tours.  

She has multiple wins and nominations for her film work, including the NY International Film Award, for her work in the film 

"My Friend Doubt".  

Jeanna's extensive acting experience, in all of these areas, enables her to bring Monk 2 to life with the perfect blend of dry humor and exaggerated tolerance of her fellow Monk. 

Director Mark Ricadonna possesses many years of extensive experience in the fields of acting, voice-over artistry, writing, comedy, production and direction. 

In addition to being a writer for Saturday Night Live's "Weekend Update", 

Mark has also participated in Comedy Festivals, Produced, Directed, and Acted in Pilots and Short Films.  

He has contributed to film festivalsand has also performed as a touring comedian.

If you aren't exhausted reading this yet, 

Mark has won multiple awards at film and comedy festivals and has performed for our troops at USO and Armed Forces Entertainment. 

Mark's incredible directorial instincts have enabled him to bring The Parishioner characters to life through the actors,  and you will find yourself completely immersed in the action the entire time.

John "Gemini" Lombardi was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.  

At the age of eleven, with his quick sense of humor and witty personality, John took his act to the streets of New York City, much to the delight of passersby and neighbors.

This propelled him to study acting, dance, and choreography to enhance his stage presence and comedic talent. 

John studied drama at the Weiss Baron School of Drama, H.B. Studio Acting School, and Gene Frankel Theatre in New York City. John attended Nazareth College, and State University in New Paltz, New York. 

Being a reader at Mass for the past two decades, John was always curious about what it was like, after death, when you meet our Creator.  He decided to write The Parishioner and present this concept in a humorous way.  If that goal has been achieved, only God (and you) knows.