The Hunchback of Notre Dame
About the show
- Written by: Alan Menken, James Lapine, Peter Parnell, Stephen Schwartz
- Premiered: 1999
- Categories: 1990s, 2010s, Drama, Gothic, Tragedy, Two Act
- Setting: France, Paris
The Hunchback of Notre Dame musical is based on Victor Hugo’s novel of the same name, with songs from the 1996 Disney animated film.
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Synopsis
The story is set in medieval Paris and centers around Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer of Notre Dame Cathedral, who dreams of experiencing life beyond his bell tower.
The musical delves into themes of acceptance, love, and heroism as Quasimodo develops a profound connection with Esmeralda, a kind and free-spirited gypsy.
Despite the efforts of his guardian, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, to keep him isolated, Quasimodo ventures out into the world, leading to a series of tragic and transformative events.
The narrative explores the complexities of human nature and the search for compassion and understanding in a prejudiced society.
Songs from The Hunchback of Notre Dame
- Olim
- The Bells of Notre Dame
- Out There
- Topsy Turvy
- Rest and Recreation
- Rhythm of the Tambourine
- Sanctuary!
- God Help the Outcasts
- Top of the World
- Esmeralda
- Entr’acte / Flight Into Egypt
- Heaven’s Light / Hellfire
- The Court of Miracles
- In a Place of Miracles
- Someday
- While the City Slumbered
- Made of Stone
- Finale