ABOUT THE SHOW

Based on the famous novel by Victor Hugo, author of Les Misérables, and the much-loved Disney film, The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a grand-scale musical about love, acceptance, and what it means to be a hero.

As the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed medieval cathedral, bellringer Quasimodo observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools. Quasimodo escapes from his devious captor Archdeacon Frollo and joins the boisterous crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Esmeralda. Quasimodo is captivated by Esmeralda’s free spirit, but Frollo and the new captain of the guard, Phoebus, have desired for her as well. As he finds himself in growing danger, Quasimodo must find the inner strength and courage to stand for what is right against powerful enemies.

Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
Book by Peter Parnell

Directed by Melody Deatherage
Music Directed by Ann Benson
Choreographed by Sarah Glesk

PERFORMANCE DETAILS

Margot and Robert Ogden Main Stage
May 15 – June 14, 2026

AUDITION

February 22 and 23 at 6:30PM

CALLBACKS

February 24 at 6:30PM

AUDITION LOCATION

Spokane Civic Theatre, Studio Theatre
1020 N Howard St, Spokane WA 99201
Directions can be found here

OF NOTE

• Seeking a diverse cast of different ethnicities and cultural backgrounds to play a wide range of characters and types
• Age range and gender of characters are described below to appear on stage as
• Please prepare 1 minute or less of a musical theatre song in the style of the show that shows off your vocal range and personality. Please bring prepared sheet music (an accompanist will be provided) or an instrumental track on a device with a 3.5mm audio jack/aux.
• No prepared reading or monologue required; please be prepared for cold readings from the script (instruction, support and time with material will be provided)
• Please dress to move at auditions and callbacks
• Casting recommended 16 years and older

ROLES

QUASIMODO
20-30
The bell-ringer of Notre Dame and Claude Frollo’s charge. Born with physical conditions which have caused him to be misunderstood and ostracized. 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. Vocal Range: Bari/tenor Bb2-Bb4

CLAUDE FROLLO
40-50
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 Romani “vermin” peasants, even as he lusts after Esmeralda. Calculating, manipulative, and obsessive. Vocal Range: Bass, E2-D4

ESMERALDA
20-30
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. Featured dancer. Vocal Range: Eb3-Db5

CAPTAIN PHOEBUS DE MARTIN
25-40
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. Vocal Range: Ab2 – Ab4

CLOPIN TROUILLEFOU
30-40
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. Vocal Range: C3-G4

JEHAN FROLLO
20-30
Claude’s reckless younger brother. With Florika, he fathers Quasimodo, who he leaves in his brother’s care. Wild, passionate, and strong-willed. Vocal Range: Baritone G#2-Eb4

SAINT APHRODISIUS
30-50
The saint depicted in stained-glass that comes to life. Vocal Range: B2-E4

FLORIKA
20-30
A Romani woman and Quasimodo’s mother. Vocal Range: C#4-F5

FATHER DUPIN
40-60
A priest of Notre Dame and guardian to Claude and Jehan. Vocal Range: C4-A4

LIEUTENANT FREDERIC CHARLUS
20-30
Lieutenant of the Cathedral Guard and loyal friend to Phoebus.

KING LOUIS XI
20-50
King of France, nicknamed the Prudent.

TRIBUNAL
20-50
A judicial officer. Vocal Range: G2-E4

MADAM
35-50
Owner of a brothel and safe haven for the Roma.

FEATURED ENSEMBLE
18-50
Congregants, Roma, gargoyles, soldiers, and citizens of Paris. Seeking strong singers, dancers and actors with great comedic timing and skill to play a range of featured roles. Ensemble members will appear throughout.

QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS, PLEASE EMAIL:
Production@SpokaneCivicTheatre.com