Big Fish: Small Cast Edition at Knight Theatre

Come join the audience of Knight Theatre's annual winter production! Knight Theatre is a student-run musical theatre group at St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI. Since 1994, dedicated SNC students have spent their winter break rehearsing and preparing a full-length musical production in about one month. This year's production, Big Fish: Small Cast Edition, is an exciting, funny, and heartfelt show about adventure, family, and the power of stories. 

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton with a screenplay by John August, BIG FISH is a fantastical, heartwarming musical that follows the life of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman whose larger-than-life stories captivate everyone around him—especially his loving wife, Sandra. But their son, Will, about to become a father himself, is determined to uncover the truth behind his father’s epic tales. As Will embarks on a journey to understand the man behind the myth, BIG FISH explores the power of storytelling, family bonds, and the search for identity.

With its soaring score, unforgettable characters, and a blend of humor and heartfelt emotion, BIG FISH offers an extraordinary theatrical experience that celebrates the joy of life, the importance of family, and the beauty of the stories we tell. Perfect for any stage, BIG FISH will enchant audiences with its dazzling spectacle and timeless themes, making it a perfect choice for theaters seeking a musical that’s as rich and inspiring as life itself.