Arts-Entertainment
The Shane Center will host a free lecture celebrating the history of The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Notre Dame de Paris on Wednesday, October 15th at 6:30 pm in the Shane Center Ballroom.
Join them for a captivating event exploring Victor Hugo’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame—the timeless story that continues to inspire generations. Visiting Assistant Professor of French & Francophone Studies from Montana State University Anne-Sophie Dubosson will offer a fascinating look at the historical and literary context of Hugo’s 1831 masterpiece, unpacking its central themes of justice, beauty, and belonging, and reflecting on the novel’s enduring relevance in our modern world.
Anne-Sophie Dubosson is originally from the Swiss Alps, near the border of France. Her journey has taken her through Switzerland, France, and eventually the United States, where she has spent many years. While living in Tennessee, she earned a PhD in French and Francophone Studies from Vanderbilt University. Since last year, she has been serving as an Assistant Professor of French at MSU.
Professor Dubosson notes “this presentation looks at how Victor Hugo presents a vivid and multifaceted vision of medieval Paris—one that reflects both the richness of the past and the concerns of his own time. Hugo offers a portrait of the city that includes characters whose stories explore themes of community, exclusion, love, and compassion.”
The Shane is located at 415 E Lewis St., in Livingston. They can be reached by phone at 406-222-1420 and you can visit their website at TheShaneCenter.org.
In addition to the lecture, enjoy a sneak peek performance featuring a song from The Shane Center’s upcoming production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame — opening October 17th and running through November 9th.
Attendees 21+ will also be given a free raffle ticket to enter into a French Wine Package Raffle, making this a truly special evening celebrating art, literature, and community.
This free event is open to the public—no prior knowledge of the text required, just curiosity and a love of story. The event will last approximately one hour.
Anne-Sophie Dubosson