Remy Bumppo Theatre Company

About Remy Bumppo Theatre Company Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, founded in 1996, is a distinguished Chicago-based theater company known for producing thought-provoking plays that engage audiences with complex ideas and emotions. The company's unusual name originates from the combination of the names of the founder's pets, reflecting a personal and whimsical touch to its inception. With a mission to expand and enrich the community's view of the world, Remy Bumppo is committed to presenting both classic and contemporary works. The theater is ensemble-driven, focusing on creating a more humane culture through understanding the diverse voices, ideas, and stories that make up the human experience. The company holds a strong belief in the power of language, learning, diligence, collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, and fostering a healthy culture. These values are reflected in their productions and the way they operate, emphasizing beautiful language, the humanities, meticulous preparation, and a collaborative spirit that values each individual's contributions. Remy Bumppo is known for its high-quality presentations of works by seminal playwrights such as Caryl Churchill, George Bernard Shaw, Tom Stoppard, Harold Pinter, Athol Fugard, Thornton Wilder, and Edward Albee. The company has earned a respected reputation both critically and publicly, recognized by numerous awards, including 14 Joseph Jefferson Awards and 70 nominations. Their 2019 production of "Howards End" alone received 5 nominations. The company operates out of two main locations: its administrative office is located at 3759 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Suite 124, Chicago, IL, while performances are held at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Remy Bumppo Theatre Company continues to contribute to Chicago's vibrant theater scene, inviting audiences to think deeply, question openly, and enjoy the transformative power of theater.