Here are a pair of big casting scoops on As the World Turns:

• Kelly Barrett will portray Maddie Coleman, a role originally played by Alexandra Chando. The character of Maddie was last seen in October 2007; look for Barrett to debut on December 22.

• Sarah Glendening (pictured) will take on the role of Lucy Montgomery. She exited Oakdale in late 2006 when she kidnapped baby Johnny to keep him away from Craig. Glendening's first air date will be December 24.