DOG SEES GOD Comes to the Santa Monica Playhouse Tonight

Santa Monica Playhouse presents Dog Sees God Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead. This is a benefit produced by Cappricielli, Inc. and the Free Your Mind Projects. All net proceeds via ticket sales and crowd sourcing will be donated to the Trevor Project, a charity focusing on mental health, anti-bullying, and suicide prevention. Dog Sees God Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead plays from tonight, December 6th through Sunday, December 21st.

After his beloved dog dies, CB searches for an answer to the question of what happens after people -- or pets -- die. When his friends provide minimal support for his questions, he turns to Beethoven, a reclusive teenager who has been shunned by his peers and whose only solace is his music. The two teenagers strike up a relationship which spirals into something far more intense than either expect, and the events that follow push everyone to their limits.

Performances run at the Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 4th Street, Santa Monica CA 90401 - Dec 6 at 3 & 8pm, Dec 7 at 2:30 & 7:30pm, Dec 12 at 2pm, Dec 13 at 1pm, Dec 19 20 21 at 2 & 7:30pm. General seating will be $20 or $15 for students with promo code 007. For reservations or more information, visit www.plays411.com/dogseesgod14.

Johnny James Fiore (CB) moved to Los Angeles two years ago when he was 19 to pursue a professional career in acting, screenwriting and directing. Johnny grew up acting, dancing, practicing martial arts, and hosting events. Johnny currently has a recurring role on ABC Family's Melissa and Joey, and has appeared in such films as Exposure and Take Me to the River. This is Johnny's first LA theatre production, and he is thrilled to be playing the role of CB.

Natasha Capp (CB's Sister) is excited to be performing with this amazing cast and crew! As a member of the Standing Tall Comedy Troupe she regularly performs at the Hollywood Improv and Ice House. She is currently a 2nd year student at the Art of Acting / Stella Adler Acting Studio in LA. She was last seen on stage in the role of Marie in Search and Destroy. Natasha will soon appear in the upcoming short film Taking a Chance on Love, and the feature The Bandit Hound with Lou Ferrigno, Paul Sorvino, and Catherine Bell.

David Wunderlich (Van) is thrilled to be playing Van in this production of Dog SeesGod. Aside from various showcases, this is David's first theatrical work in Los Angeles. A student at Anthony Meind's Actor Workshop, his body of work consists mostly of feature films. Look out for David in the hit comedy Internship Games in stores and on Redbox this December.

David Michael (Matt) moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting after serving a year in the marines. Over the 15 years since, David has made several TV appearances on shows like Lost, 24, CSI, Law and Order, NYPD Blue, The Guardian, Moesha, Clueless, Fresh Prince of Bel Air, and as a regular on The CW's Parenthood, to name of few.

Troy Doherty (Beethoven) is originally from New Jersey, but moved to Los Angeles over 3 years ago. He has appeared in "Oliver!" at the John W. Engeman Theater and the world premiere of "A Christmas Story: The Musical" as Scut Farkus at the Kansas City Repertory Theater. Since moving to L.A Troy has booked multiple spots on hit television shows like: Victorious, Criminal Minds, Mike and Molly, and many more. When he is not acting, he is making music; Troy's first EP, "Citizen's Arrest" is up on itunes for the world to see! This is his debut in an LA play.

Lindsey Beckwith (Marcy) is delighted to make her LA stage debut in Dog Sees God. Growing up in Pensacola, FL, Lindsey has appeared in Pride & Prejudice, Little Shop of Horrors, and High School Musical: On Stage. She recently moved to LA after attending Louisiana State University and is currently studying at Anthony Meindl's Actors Workshop. Lindsey is now working towards making the transition into film and television. She would like to thank the Capp family, the amazing cast of DSG and the Trevor Project.

Ashley Stauffer (Tricia)moved to LA from NY in summer 2013, attended The New York Film Academy, and The Atlantic Theater Company in New York City. Off-Off Broadway: A Midsummer's Night Dream; Regional: Jesus Christ Super Star at The Bucks County Playhouse in PA; Other: UCB. Making the transition into film, Ashley is now a SAG-AFTRA member. She can most recently be seen in the short film "Taking a Chance on Love". She is honored to be a part of this production. Many thanks and love to Maria and The Capp family, Mom, family and friends. ?

Raffaela Capp (Van's Sister) is originally from Sayville, LI and attended Sarah Lawrence College. Since moving to LA, she has written and starred in the short film Taking a Chance on Love, and can next be seen as Dana in the feature The Bandit Hound with Lou Ferrigno, Paul Sorvino, and Catherine Bell. Raffaela dedicates her LA stage debut to her loving Grandmother Millie, Grandpa Tom, Nona, and Granpie. Thanks to the cast/crew, Wendy, Brian, The Trevor Project, and to Mom and Dad for all your love and support.