"The Hunchback of Notre Dame" Show Needs Actors
The company is holding auditions for "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" show and looking for performers, please see the details below. About the project: The musical begins as the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed cathedral in fifteenth-century Paris. Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer who longs to be "Out There," observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools. Held captive by his devious caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, he escapes for the day and joins the boisterous crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda. Quasimodo isn’t the only one captivated by her free spirit, though – the handsome Captain Phoebus and Frollo are equally enthralled. As the three vie for her attention, Frollo embarks on a mission to destroy the Roma – and it’s up to Quasimodo to save them all. Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. Peter Parnell’s new book embraces story theatre and features verbatim passages from Hugo’s gothic novel. Additional info: Auditions will consist of 3 components; readings from the script, a 30-second acapella song of the actor’s choice that best showcases your voice in the style of the show, and short movement sequence. The movement sequence will be taught during auditions. Please arrive rested, hydrated, and dressed appropriately to move. Please supply your own water. Those auditioning specifically for the choir only need to prepare a song. This can be a song from the show or another piece of choral music you are familiar with. You may be asked to sing a scale at auditions. Rehearsals will be held Monday through Thursday from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM beginning on 10/12/26 and ending on 11/26/26. There will be some weekend rehearsals with time and dates depending on actors’ availability. Tech rehearsals will be 11/30/26 through 12/03/26 with extended hours of 6 PM to 10:30 PM. Performances will be 12/4, 12/5, 12/11, 12/12, 12/17, 12/18, 12/19 at 7:30 PM and Sunday matinees on 12/06, 12/13 & 12/20 at 2 PM. Please apply if interested.
11 roles
Archdeacon of Notre Dame Cathedral and the most powerful cleric in Paris, he is the reluctant caretaker of Quasimodo. He will do whatever it takes to rid the city of the Roma “vermin,” even as he lusts after Esmeralda. Calculating, manipulative, and obsessive. Must sing well. Does not dance. (D4-E2
Claude’s reckless younger brother. With Florika, he fathers Quasimodo, who he leaves in his brother’s care. Wild, passionate, and strong-willed. Will also play a Congregant. (Eb4-G#2)
A Romani woman and Quasimodo’s mother. Will also play a Congregant. (F5-C#4)
A priest of Notre Dame and Claude and Jehan’s guardian. Will also play a Congregant. (A4-C4)
The deformed bellringer of Notre Dame and Claude Frollo’s charge. Lonely and staunchly obedient to Frollo, he possesses a vivid imagination that brings to life the bells and gargoyles of the cathedral. Despite his shyness and uncertainty, he quickly befriends Esmeralda. Big-hearted, and brave when need be. Must sing well. Although Quasimodo does not dance, the role requires physicality. (Bb4-Bb2).
The clever and charismatic Leader of the Roma. An air of mystery surrounds Clopin, who often leaves the scene in a puff of smoke. As the master of ceremonies for the Feast of Fools, Clopin is witty and playful, but boasts a darker, serious nature when not performing for the crowd. (G4-C3)
Returning to Paris after serving in the war, Phoebus takes up his new position as Captain of the Cathedral Guard. Overconfident yet charming, this handsome, strong soldier makes the ladies swoon, yet his moral compass is also strong, and he openly defies the corrupted Frollo. (Ab4-Ab2)
Lieutenant of the Cathedral Guard and loyal friend to Phoebus
A beautiful and free-spirited Romani woman who possesses the strong sense of justice and morality that Frollo lacks. Compassionate, she frees Quasimodo from the frenzied mob at the Feast of Fools and, against her better judgment, falls for the cocky Phoebus. Must dance well. (Db5-Eb3)
Congregants will play several roles including King Louis XI, a Tribunal, a Madam, Gargoyles, Statues, Saint Aphrodisius (physicality), etc. Congregants will be a mix of strong singers and actors.
Mix of voices The Choir is a separate entity to the Congregants and will be singing only
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