Julie Zenatti on Her Experiences in “Notre-Dame de Paris” and Her Concert Series in Churches

Paris – 06.06.2026: Julie Zenatti became widely known at the end of the 1990s through her role as Fleur-de-Lys in the musical comedy “Notre-Dame de Paris.” In a recent interview, she talks about the challenges and formative experiences from that time as well as her artistic redirection in the form of a concert series that she is currently presenting in churches and cathedrals.

At only 16 years old, Zenatti went through an intense phase of learning and performing, during which the highest level of professionalism was expected of her. “I was not necessarily granted the right to make mistakes,” she recalls. These demands not only accelerated her personal and musical development but also required great inner strength.

The relationship with her then colleagues, such as Hélène Ségara, who portrayed the character Esmeralda, was also multifaceted. In the beginning, there were tensions partly due to the different generations and ways of working. Over time, this dynamic evolved into a valuable phase of mutual learning.

Today, Zenatti increasingly turns to her musical roots and seeks a more intense connection with her audience. In her concert series, she performs in places with spiritual significance—for example, in the Church of the Sacred Heart in Cholet, where she gave a concert on April 24, 2026. These sacred spaces create a special atmosphere that emphasizes the emotional depth of her music.

The deliberate choice to sing in churches and cathedrals reflects a return to the relationship between music and spirituality. These concerts offer Zenatti the opportunity to present her songs in a context that allows for resonance depth and intimacy. For her, these performances are not just musical presentations but a personal journey back to the beginnings of her career and a bridge between past and present.

This development also shows how Zenatti’s artistic expression has changed over time. She brings her experiences and emotions more strongly into her work while opening herself up to new forms of connection with the audience. The sacred concerts are therefore more than just places of music—they become spaces of encounter, silence, and reflection.

For fans and new listeners alike, the upcoming concerts offer a unique opportunity to get to know Julie Zenatti from a new perspective. Her artistic journey is an example of continuous self-transformation and the search for authenticity in music. Her voice remains a powerful link between experience, history, and musical present.