IN THE HEIGHTS' Doreen Montalvo Hosts 'Cabaret Cares 3' Benefit, 3/22

IN THE HEIGHTS cast member Doreen Montalvo will host Cabaret Cares 3, a benefit for "Help Is On The Way Today," a not-for-profit organization assisting children and teens living with HIV/AIDS in both New York City and Africa. The Monday, March 22 show will feature performances by sixteen members of the IN THE HEIGHTS cast: Doreen Montalvo, Michael Balderrama, Blanca Camacho, Tony Chiroldes, Rubén Flores, Afra Hines, Christopher Jackson, Marcus Paul James, Stephanie Klemons, Nina Lafarga, Javier Munoz, Rick Negron, Courtney Reed, Jon Rua, Gabrielle Ruiz, Luis Salgado and special guests.

"Help Is On The Way Today" aims to give help to children with HIV/AIDS who cannot afford medical coverage, especially those who are not helped by government sponsored programs. The organization was founded in 2006 by cabaret producer Joseph Macchia. The Cabaret Cares series combines the talent of Broadway actors as well as the cabaret community to raise money for the organization.

Cabaret Cares 3 will take place at The Laurie Beechman Theatre at The West Bank Café located at 407 West 42nd Street at 9th Avenue. Doors open at 9pm, with show time set for 9:30. There is a $25 cover charge and a $15 food or drink minimum. All proceeds benefit "Help is On the Way Today." For reservations, please call 212-695-6909.

For tickets and information to In The Heights, visit www.intheheightsthemusical.com.

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