Bob Knuth
Bob Knuth (Scenic Designer) He/Him. After 16 years as the Creative Director and Resident Set Designer for The Second City (Chicago, Toronto, Hollywood, Kennedy Center), Bob recently pivoted to freelance and higher education.
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Bob Knuth (Scenic Designer) He/Him.
After 16 years as the Creative Director and Resident Set Designer for The Second City (Chicago, Toronto, Hollywood, Kennedy Center), Bob recently pivoted to freelance and higher education.
Bob is proud to be directing, designing, and teaching at Lake Forest College. Other projects include the sets for Young Frankenstein, CLUE (JEFF award nominated), The Addams Family, and The Color Purple with the Mercury Theater Chicago and the extensive interior design renovation of the iO Theater complex.
Bob has been nominated for 16 Chicago JEFF Awards and has received two for Outstanding Scenic Design both with Circle Theatre.
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Review: I LOVE YOU BECAUSE at Oil Lamp Theater
by Angela Lin - Aug 23, 2026
I Love You Because is your typical rom-com with cute duets, silly jokes, and flawed characters that showcase exactly how love can be messy.
by Angela Lin - Aug 23, 2026
I Love You Because is your typical rom-com with cute duets, silly jokes, and flawed characters that showcase exactly how love can be messy.
Review: Music Theater Works' WEST SIDE STORY at North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
by Angela Lin - Aug 22, 2026
During a time where our country remains divided, this energetic and thoughtful piece of art reminds us of the beauty that can be found when we come together across our differences, no matter where we come from or where we call home.
by Angela Lin - Aug 22, 2026
During a time where our country remains divided, this energetic and thoughtful piece of art reminds us of the beauty that can be found when we come together across our differences, no matter where we come from or where we call home.
Photos: First Look at WEST SIDE STORY at Music Theater Works
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2026
Music Theater Works is proud to present the second production of its 2026 season, West Side Story, in the George Van Dusen Theatre, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, now playing through August 30. Check out photos of the cast in action!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2026
Music Theater Works is proud to present the second production of its 2026 season, West Side Story, in the George Van Dusen Theatre, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, now playing through August 30. Check out photos of the cast in action!
Photos: First Look at Oil Lamp Theater's I LOVE YOU BECAUSE
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater’s production of I Love You Because, book and lyrics by Ryan Cunningham, music by Joshua Salzman and orchestrations by Larry Hochman, directed by Scott Shallenbarger and music directed by Aaron Kahn, is now playing through September 13, at Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Road. Check out photos
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater’s production of I Love You Because, book and lyrics by Ryan Cunningham, music by Joshua Salzman and orchestrations by Larry Hochman, directed by Scott Shallenbarger and music directed by Aaron Kahn, is now playing through September 13, at Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Road. Check out photos
EUREKA DAY to Open Citadel Theatre's Season in Lake Forest
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Citadel Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its season-opening production of the Tony Award-winning satire EUREKA DAY, directed by Scott Westerman in Lake Forest, Illinois.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Citadel Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its season-opening production of the Tony Award-winning satire EUREKA DAY, directed by Scott Westerman in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Interview: Theatre Life with Ryan Stajmiger
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 8, 2026
Today’s subject Ryan Stajmiger is currently living his theatre life on tour playing the title character in Beetlejuice. The tour is currently playing here in DC at the National Theatre through July 19th. It should also be noted Beetlejuice had its World Premiere Pre-Broadway Engagement at the National Theatre in 2018, so this current engagement is indeed a homecoming.
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 8, 2026
Today’s subject Ryan Stajmiger is currently living his theatre life on tour playing the title character in Beetlejuice. The tour is currently playing here in DC at the National Theatre through July 19th. It should also be noted Beetlejuice had its World Premiere Pre-Broadway Engagement at the National Theatre in 2018, so this current engagement is indeed a homecoming.
Cast And Creative Team Set for I LOVE YOU BECAUSE at Oil Lamp Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production, I Love You Because, book and lyrics by Ryan Cunningham, music by Joshua Salzman and orchestrations by Larry Hochman,
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its next production, I Love You Because, book and lyrics by Ryan Cunningham, music by Joshua Salzman and orchestrations by Larry Hochman,
Cast and Creatives Set For DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at Uptown Music Theater
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Uptown Music Theater in Deerfield, IL will present DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID this summer, directed by Tor Campbell and featuring a full cast led by Julia Aragon as Ariel, alongside a live 20-piece JAM Orchestra.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Uptown Music Theater in Deerfield, IL will present DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID this summer, directed by Tor Campbell and featuring a full cast led by Julia Aragon as Ariel, alongside a live 20-piece JAM Orchestra.
Cast Set For WEST SIDE STORY at Music Theater Works in Skokie
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for WEST SIDE STORY, directed by Sasha Gerritson with choreography by Clayton Cross and Isa Ramirez, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie. All performances include Spanish supertitles.
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for WEST SIDE STORY, directed by Sasha Gerritson with choreography by Clayton Cross and Isa Ramirez, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie. All performances include Spanish supertitles.
Full Cast Set for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the full company of the 'musical within a comedy,' The Drowsy Chaperone. Theo invites audiences to settle in as a die-hard musical fan drops the needle on his favorite cast album.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the full company of the 'musical within a comedy,' The Drowsy Chaperone. Theo invites audiences to settle in as a die-hard musical fan drops the needle on his favorite cast album.
Photos: MISERY Opens Citadel Theatre’s 2025–26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2025
Citadel Theatre will launch its 2025–26 season with William Goldman’s stage adaptation of Misery, based on the iconic Stephen King novel. See photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2025
Citadel Theatre will launch its 2025–26 season with William Goldman’s stage adaptation of Misery, based on the iconic Stephen King novel. See photos of the production.
Cast Announced for GODSPELL at Music Theater Works
by Emmy Rice - Sep 6, 2025
Music Theater Works has announce the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell, sponsored by the Whirled Peas Foundation and presented in partnership with Curt’s Café, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, October 23 - November 16.
by Emmy Rice - Sep 6, 2025
Music Theater Works has announce the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell, sponsored by the Whirled Peas Foundation and presented in partnership with Curt’s Café, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, October 23 - November 16.
Cast and Crew Set for for GODSPELL at Music Theater Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell. See who is starring and learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025
Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the third production of its 2025 season, Godspell. See who is starring and learn more here!
Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Music Theater Works at The North Shore For The Performing Arts
by Tina St. Angelo - Aug 10, 2025
The new production at Music Theater Works at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie is Fiddler on the Roof.
by Tina St. Angelo - Aug 10, 2025
The new production at Music Theater Works at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie is Fiddler on the Roof.
Music Theater Works Reveals Cast and Creative Team For FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for the second production of its 2025 season, Fiddler on the Roof, in the George Van Dusen Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for the second production of its 2025 season, Fiddler on the Roof, in the George Van Dusen Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
Cast and Creatives Set For Uptown Music Theater's HAIRSPRAY
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2025
Broadway's Tony Award-Winning Musical Hairspray is set to take the Uptown Music Theater stage this summer in Highland Park, IL. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2025
Broadway's Tony Award-Winning Musical Hairspray is set to take the Uptown Music Theater stage this summer in Highland Park, IL. Learn more about the show here!
Citadel Theatre's I AND YOU Begins In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025
Cast and production team have been announced for Citadel Theatre’s upcoming production of Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU. I AND YOU will open on Friday, February 21, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025
Cast and production team have been announced for Citadel Theatre’s upcoming production of Lauren Gunderson’s I AND YOU. I AND YOU will open on Friday, February 21, 2025.
Cast Announced for Citadel Theatre's DAMES AT SEA
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024
Citadel Theatre has announced the cast and crew for DAMES AT SEA, running from November 13 to December 15.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024
Citadel Theatre has announced the cast and crew for DAMES AT SEA, running from November 13 to December 15.
Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.
Cast Set for THE COTTAGE at Citadel Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024
Citadel Theatre will open its 2024-25 season with the comedy THE COTTAGE. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024
Citadel Theatre will open its 2024-25 season with the comedy THE COTTAGE. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
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