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A new ‘intrinsically Jewish’ production of Hunchback of Notre Dame

After a string of Jewish theatrical roles, classically trained singer Jarod Rhine-Davis is finally fulfilling his dream of starring in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Dressing as Quasimodo himself, Rhine-Davis speaks – and sings – to TJI about the musical's complex characters, relatable themes and 'intrinsically Jewish' lessons.
Ruby Kraner-Tucci
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Jarod Rhine-Davis stars as Quasimodo in the BATS Theatre Company’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame. (Image: supplied)

Published: 24 June 2024

Last updated: 24 June 2024

BATS Theatre Company's The Hunchback of Notre Dame is playing on Friday 5 July to Sunday 7 July 2024 at the Tony Sheumack Centre for Performing Arts in Melbourne. Tickets are available to purchase online.

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Ruby Kraner-Tucci

Ruby Kraner-Tucci

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Ruby Kraner-Tucci is a journalist and TJI's assistant editor. Her writing has appeared in The Age, Australian Jewish News, Time Out and Broadsheet, among others. Ruby was awarded Multicultural NSW’s Best Report in Multicultural Media 2025 and has been named a Top 36 Under 36 Jewish Changemaker by B'nai B'rith.

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