Notre Dame de Paris 
Singapore's First French Musical Spectacular
Production To Make South East Asian Debut
at Singapore Indoor Stadium

The musical "Notre Dame de Paris", featuring principals from the original cast, will play to audiences of more than 4,000 each night at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in November 2006.  Following sell-out performances in Korea and Taiwan, this will be the rock opera's debut in South East Asia, playing an extensive season that begins on 03 November 2006. Presented by show promoters NDPK Pte Ltd, this will also be the first show produced by this company in Singapore.

The show promoters predict that this unique interpretation of Victor Hugo's compelling story of love and betrayal will take Singapore by storm, breaking box office records as it has in every venue on its world tour. Since premiering at the "Palais des Congres" in Paris, France in September 1998, the musical has attracted audiences of more than 3 million in France alone. It has also been staged over 3000 times in 13 other countries, including Italy, Britain and the United States, receiving standing ovations every night.  During last year's run in Korea, enthusiasts even set up their own national fan club, gathering to view the show's DVD and learn French!

Faithful to Victor Hugo's classic novel “Notre Dame de Paris”, the show tells the emotionally charged story of the unfortunate Bell Ringer, Quasimodo's hopeless devotion to the beautiful gypsy Esmeralda and her downfall at the hands of Frollo, the provost of the cathedral who falls victim to an overwhelming desire for this innocent free spirit.

With new translations of Luc Plamondon's original French lyrics (developed specifically for the Singapore/Australia leg of the show's world tour), the beautiful melodies will leave a long lasting impression on local audiences. Featuring more than 54 vivid arias of operatic beauty and resonance, the characters are brought to life through stunning vocal performances and visual spectacle - courtesy of the show's seven principal artistes.

Acrobatic contemporary dance choreography by Martino Muller, renowned as a distinguished modern dance visionary, contrasts with the almost classical clarity of the vocal interpretations to create an audience experience reminiscent of French cirque. Dancers appear to be flying onstage under fantastic arcs and circles of lighting, freely incorporating gymnastics, contemporary and even break dance moves into their repertoire – at one moment whirling across the floor in a series of pirouettes, and the next tumbling from a bungee rope high above the stage.

Fitting the majestic setting of the Singapore Indoor Stadium, the show will also be presented on a grand scale. The modern impressionistic stage set features a 12 metre high 'climbing wall' representing the façade of the grand cathedral of Notre Dame as well as the famous Bastille prison in Paris. This amazing edifice is also the platform for a series of stunning acrobatic routines that will leave the audience breathless.

Technically, the musical stands out because of the masterful staging and artistic integrity of director Gilles Maheu, who has revived the 170-year-old classic with contemporary touches and deft inspiration.  But for audiences in Singapore, Notre Dame de Paris will stand out simply because it will be the best musical that they have ever seen

About Notre Dame de Paris

• First opened at 'Palais des Congrès' theatre in Paris in September 1998
• Based on the Novel 'Notre Dame de Paris' written by Victor Hugo in 1831
• Sell-out tours in France, Canada, England, Switzerland, Russia, Spain, America, Italy, Monaco, etc.
• 3,000 performances over 13 countries
• The most sensational and successful musical in France.
• According to the 'Guinness Book of Records', Notre Dame de Paris still holds the record as the show with the most successful first year of any musical ever produced.

Based on Victor Hugo's tale of Quasimodo and Esmeralda, Notre Dame de Paris has been a phenomenal success since the unleashing of the compelling story in the French-speaking world.  It has attracted over 7 million spectators, breaking box-office records in France, Canada, Belgium and Switzerland.  The musical is the creation of lyricist Luc Plamondon and composer Richard Cocciante, who have both won numerous awards for their works.  The music has sold over 8 million copies so far.

Taking Europe by storm, "Notre-Dame de Paris" opened in London at the Dominion Theatre on 23 May 2000, following previews which opened on 15 May 2000.  The English lyrics were written by Will Jennings, Oscar-winner for "My Heart Will Go On" from the smash-hit film Titanic.  The English language album, featuring the main stars of the London production, also features guest star Celine Dion singing "Live for the One I Love".

Notre-Dame de Paris is directed by Gilles Maheu, choreographed by Martino Muller and features costumes designed by Fred Sathal.

Ticketing Information

$68 / $118 / $158 / $198 / $298 (Red Carpet Experience)

excl. $2 booking fee

Ticket sales starts 13 August 2006

For more information, please log on to: http://www.notredame.com.sg/
to attend the show. Guests will receive 'star' treatment from the time they step out of their vehicles onto the red carpet. At a private VIP lounge, guests will be welcomed with a cocktail reception comprising platters of gourmet finger foods and a choice of quality wines or soft drinks before being shown to their seats by our VIP guest relations' staff, via a private entrance to the arena.