Bob Knuth
Latest News on Bob Knuth:
Cast and Creatives Set For DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at Uptown Music Theater (May 26, 2026)
Cast Set For WEST SIDE STORY at Music Theater Works in Skokie (May 22, 2026)
Full Cast Set for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre (Jan 29, 2026)
Cast and Creatives Set For DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at Uptown Music Theater (May 26, 2026)
Cast Set For WEST SIDE STORY at Music Theater Works in Skokie (May 22, 2026)
Full Cast Set for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre (Jan 29, 2026)
BIO
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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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.
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.
56th Jeff Awards Nominations Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
The Jeff Awards revealed nominations for their 56th anniversary, celebrating excellence in Chicago's Equity theaters. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
The Jeff Awards revealed nominations for their 56th anniversary, celebrating excellence in Chicago's Equity theaters. Learn more!
JERSEY BOYS Begins Its Final Weeks At Mercury Theater Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2024
Catch the final weeks of JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater Chicago.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2024
Catch the final weeks of JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater Chicago.
JERSEY BOYS Welcomes David Sajewich and Amanda Hanedgan to the Cast
by Blair Ingenthron - May 19, 2024
Mercury Theater will welcome new cast members to the critically-acclaimed, first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 19, 2024
Mercury Theater will welcome new cast members to the critically-acclaimed, first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.
JERSEY BOYS Extends Run at Mercury Theater Through Late July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024
Mercury Theater has revealed additional dates for the first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024
Mercury Theater has revealed additional dates for the first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Illinois Shakespeare Festival & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Cast and Creative Team Set for for the 'Built in Chicago' Premiere of JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023
Mercury Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the first built-in-Chicago production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award winning story of Frankie Vallie and The Four Seasons.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023
Mercury Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the first built-in-Chicago production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award winning story of Frankie Vallie and The Four Seasons.
Mercury Theater Chicago Concludes Its 2023 Season With Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2023
Mercury Theater Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter, Managing Director Kristi J. Martens and Executive Producers L. Walter Stearns and Eugene Dizon announce the Chicago Premiere of the new West End version of Young Frankenstein, the electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks' monstrously funny film. Young Frankenstein features a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, with music and lyrics by Mel Brooks.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2023
Mercury Theater Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter, Managing Director Kristi J. Martens and Executive Producers L. Walter Stearns and Eugene Dizon announce the Chicago Premiere of the new West End version of Young Frankenstein, the electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks' monstrously funny film. Young Frankenstein features a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, with music and lyrics by Mel Brooks.
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