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‘The Book of Mormon’ cast at Town

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The cast of The Book of Mormon will perform a benefit Monday night. (Photo by Joan Marcus; courtesy Kennedy Center)

The cast of the touring production of “The Book of Mormon” (at the Kennedy Center now) will perform cabaret numbers at Town (2009 8th St., N.W.) on Monday night at 7:30 p.m.

The show will feature performances to ‘80s dance music and all proceeds will benefit Food & Friends and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Admission is $30 and limited to guests 21 and over. Attendants can also purchase $50 VIP packages that include a meet and greet with the cast from 6:30-7:30 and one free drink.

Tickets can be purchased at foodandfriends.org. For more information, visit towndc.com.

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