The Hunchback of Notre Dame
by Christian Community Theater (CCT)

Mar. 05 - Mar. 19

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.

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.

A sweeping score and powerful story make The Hunchback of Notre Dame an instant classic. Audiences will be swept away by the magic of this truly unforgettable musical!

Director: Heather Stamper
Musical Director/Assistant to the Director: Bobby Tschoepe
Choreographer: Raye Zahn
Stage Manager: Gabe Landes

VIDEO AUDITIONS for The Hunchback of Notre Dame


Audition submissions will soon be available! ALL AUDITIONS WILL BE SUBMITTED VIA VIDEO. Submission deadline is March 10, 2024 for principal and supporting roles.

Performances are scheduled for August 2 - 4 and 8 - 11, 2024 at Jackson auditorium

To audition for The Hunchback of Notre Dame, follow the steps below:


1. Create a Family Account (if you haven't done so already) at cytsanantonio.org. Click  on the head icon in the upper right hand corner of the main page (Click to register)
2. Once you have logged in to your family account, click on the button that says "Tools" next to your name. A drop down menu will appear and you will need to click on the option that says "Auditions." From there, you'll be able to edit your audition slot. This signup is so you are registered in our system for ease of callback distribution, casting, and communication.
3. Prepare your audition materials. The role that you desire will indicate what you need to prepare and what videos you will need to submit. No monologues will be provided.

  • Principal Role Audition Materials (Frollo, Quasimodo, Esmerelda, Phoebus and Clopin): performer will sing a provided cut from their selected song. These cuts are uploaded HERE. The performer will also select a monologue of their choice, no longer than one minute. Actors submitting for these roles will also be considered for all other roles unless otherwise indicated on their audition form.
  • Supporting/Ensemble Audition Materials: performer will prepare a one minute cut of a song of their choice and prepare a monologue of their choice, no longer than one minute. Please DO NOT sing something from the show. Actors submitting for these roles will also be considered for the choir unless otherwise indicated on their audition form.
  • Choir Audition Materials: the performer will video themself singing along to the provided track for their voice part.
  • Dance Audition Materials: all performers interested in the Principal and Supporting/Ensemble roles will need to submit a dance video. The choreo performance/breakdown video is posted HERE and the deadline has been extended to Mar. 10th.

4. Film your audition and submit your audition form by the appropriate deadline.

CALLBACKS:
Callbacks will happen at the CYT Studio on March 18 and 19 from 6-9:30pm. If you are a college student who is out of town, video and/or zoom submissions will be workable. A specialized dance call may be part of the callback process for specific ensemble/principal roles. 


Please keep in mind:
- Auditions are open to individuals ages 8 and up, however, roles for minors will be limited to ensemble.
- All roles will require strong singing and acting skills, plus dance ability. These roles will also require a great deal of memorization and time commitment for the duration of the production.
- The theater is an imaginative form, not a literal one. We want our cast to be comprised of a diverse group of actors.
- Auditions are open to any individual who would like to audition for the show and agree with CCT’s Code of Conduct and Behavior standards. You can find that document HERE.
- There is no compensation for any roles and this is a non-union production. 

Show Notes:

Click here for: CCT HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME PRODUCTION NOTES AND CASTING INFORMATION
Click here for: CCT DETAILED PRODUCTION SCHEDULE


Cast Rehearsals:
The detailed rehearsal schedule is posted HERE.
M/T/TR 6:30-9:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm with select Zoom rehearsals for Principal roles earlier.

Choir Rehearsals:
Choir rehearsals are still being finalized but will likely be on Saturdays or Sunday afternoons. All dates are outlined here just in case. There are days where the choir will be called for full cast rehearsals. The Choir will be present for ALL Tech and Performance dates.

June 29/30
July 6/7
July 13/14
July 18 (Thursday, Full Cast & Choir)
July 20 (Saturday, Full Cast & Choir)
July 25 (Thursday, Full Cast)

Tech Week:
July 27-Aug. 1, 6:30-10pm

 

Characters:

Quasimodo

The deformed bell-ringer 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. Gender: Male Age: 20 to 30 Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2

Dom Claude Frollo

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. Gender: Male Age: 40 to 50 Vocal range top: D4 Vocal range bottom: E2

Esmerelda

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. Gender: Female Age: 20 to 30 Vocal range top: Db5 Vocal range bottom: Eb3

Phoebus De Martin

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. Gender: Male Age: 25 to 40 Vocal range top: Ab4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2

Clopin Trouillefou

The clever and charismatic King 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, he is witty and playful, but he boasts a darker, serious nature when not performing for the crowd. Gender: Male Age: 30 to 40 Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: C3

Frederic Charlus 

Lieutenant of the Cathedral Guard and loyal friend to Phoebus. Gender: Male Age: 20 to 30

Gargoyles

These characters are alive in the imagination of Quasimodo and provide commentary and voice throughout the show.

Soloists

These individuals are within the ensemble but have individual/small group music and line delivery.

Ensemble

A group of storytellers who portray various GYPSIES, SOLDIERS, REVELERS, PARISHIONERS, PRIESTS, and CITIZENS of Paris.