The Hunchback of Notre Dame: Musical Information
Synopsis
The Hunchback of Notre Dame follows Quasimodo, a kind-hearted bell-ringer who has a physical disability. When Quasimodo befriends Esmeralda, a free-spirited dancer, he finds himself caught up in a complex web of love, loyalty, and prejudice. As the city’s secrets are revealed, including Judge Frollo’s obsession with Esmeralda, the characters are forced to confront their own desires. The Hunchback of Notre Dame is an exploration of the human spirit and the value of compassion.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1999)
Cast: Medium (15+ Roles)
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1400s / France (Paris)
Creative Team
Music: Alan Menken
Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz
Book: James Lapine, Peter Parnell
Based On: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame➝ by Victor Hugo; The Hunchback of Notre Dame➝
Cast Albums
Licensing
The Hunchback of Notre Dame is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing
Europe Licensing
International Licensing
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1990s, Based on a Book, Based on a Movie, Disney, Dramatic, Immigration, Religion
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