Remy Bumppo Theatre Company Presents Sarah Ruhl's "Dear Elizabeth"

CHICAGO – Remy Bumppo Theatre Company is proud to present Dear Elizabeth, the first production of its 2024 - 2025 season, written by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Remy Bumppo Creative Producer Christina Casano, October 17 - November 17, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.

In 1947, Elizabeth Bishop and Robert Lowell's first letters sparked a friendship that spanned 30 years, crossing continents and filling countless pages. Their correspondence, a blend of poetry and personal musings, became the anchor of their tumultuous lives. Despite rare meetings, their connection transcended the bounds of a traditional love story, evolving into a profound friendship. Dear Elizabeth peeks into the private lives of two literary giants, revealing their vulnerabilities, insecurities and the intimacy of their bond. Sarah Ruhl creates a poignant narrative by weaving the poets' letters together, providing a window into their extraordinary connection, the enduring power of their words, and, ultimately, the transformative power of language and art.

The cast for Dear Elizabeth features Leah Karpel* (Elizabeth) and Chris Sheard* (Robert) with understudies Morgan Burkey (Elizabeth U/S) and JT Nagle (Robert U/S).

The creative and production team for Dear Elizabeth includes Christina Casano (Director/Creative Producer), Jean E. Compton* (stage manager), Devon Hayakawa (dramaturg), Sophie Goddard (assistant stage manager), Eduardo Xavier+ (assistant director), Catalina Niño (scenic designer), Kotryna Hilko^ (costume designer), Max Grano De Oro (lighting designer), John Boeshe (projections designer), Chris Kriz^ (sound designer), Isa Noe (props designer), Micah Figueroa (intimacy/movement designer), Nick Chamernik (assistant light designer/head electrician), Janelle Smith (assistant costume designer), Addoris Davis^ (production manager), and Nick Peebles (technical director).

+ denotes Core Ensemble Member
^ denotes Associate Artist
*denotes member of Actors Equity Association

The performance schedule is Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. with additional matinees Saturday, Oct. 26 at 2:30 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2 at 2:30 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 7 at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 16 at 2:30p.m. Post-show discussions will be held after the following performances: Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 10 at 2:30 p.m. The Audio Description/Touch Tour performance is Thursday, Nov. 7 at 2:30 p.m.and the Open Caption performance is Saturday, Nov. 2 at 2:30 p.m. Discounted two-show subscriptions are currently available at RemyBumppo.org. Single tickets are $15 - $55 and are on sale now at RemyBumppo.org. Groups of 10 or more may call the Theater Wit Box Office at 773.975.8150 to receive group discounts and make reservations.