[3][1] In 1998, Baker moved back to Edmonton to become the 12th artistic director of the Citadel Theatre.
[1] Baker also oversaw the development of an advanced training program for theatre professionals at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity.
[1] Bakers time at the Citadel ended in 2016 when he stepped away from his role as artistic director.
[9] Bob Baker is a member of Edmonton's Cultural Hall of Fame, a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for exceptional service, excellence and community involvement; the University of Alberta's Distinguished Alumni Award;[10] and a PACE award from Alberta Association of Colleges and Technical Institutes.
[12] They have collaborated on many productions, including Wood's adaptation of A Christmas Carol and original plays Make Mine Love and B Movie.