The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Epic, haunting, and visually breathtaking, The Hunchback of Notre Dame brings Victor Hugo’s timeless story to life with sweeping music and powerful storytelling. A powerful collaboration between Montana Actors’ Theatre and Havre Public Schools, the sweeping production of this beloved musical brings together local orchestra musicians, veteran artists, and student performers. Featuring a rich, choral score inspired by the music of Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz, the show explores themes of compassion, belonging, and justice. 

Set in the shadow of Notre Dame Cathedral, the story follows Quasimodo, the cathedral’s isolated bell-ringer, as he longs to step beyond the tower and into a world that fears him. When he encounters the fearless and compassionate Esmeralda, their lives intertwine in a gripping tale of love, power, and justice.

With larger-than-life characters and striking, gothic-inspired design, this production transforms the stage into a living cathedral. Towering set pieces, bold costumes, and a resonant ensemble create a sense of scale and spectacle that immerses audiences from the first note to the final toll of the bells.

Both intimate and grand, The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a deeply moving theatrical event—one that explores what it means to be seen, to belong, and to stand against injustice.