The Fremont at iO Theater

Auditorium / Conference Room in a Theatre
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Private space
1501 North Kingsbury Street, Chicago, IL 60642
Near North Side, Chicago, IL

About this space

Shake things up for your next meeting or event and experience the true spirit of live theater! Book The Fremont Space at iO Theater for your next event and be greeted by its stunning lighting and sound system that will truly elevate your event, with a fun nod to the legacy of Chicago comedy.

The Fremont is our largest theater, capable of seating up to 150 guests. With full AV support including a technician on the day of your event, this theater is perfect for performances, conferences, workshops, and meetings.


Prices

Sunday
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Monday
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Friday
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
6:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 210
Theatre
up to 200
Cabaret
up to 150

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Free on-street parking
Paid parking is available on-site (10 spaces)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Lighting system
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Lift to all floors
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Decor:
No confetti, no glitter, no silly string, no chocolate fountain.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(8 reviews and ratings - )

ML
Melissa L.
February 2025
Party · 200 guests
Out of the numerous large parties I've planned, iO Theater stands out as the most resourceful, flexible, and convenient event venue ever. Maureen, Charlie, and Fritz were super helpful throughout. The catering was so delicious, especially the calamari baskets. They have a free professional sound system, optional raised stage platforms, tables (with table cloths and skirts) and chairs for over 100 guests, a projector with screen, and a long white wall that can be served as a screen for 2 additional projectors! Their event space was perfect for my web/tablet/board gaming party with 130 guests. They have curtains for all the windows to create the desired low light environment. I used the projector they have in the event space but didn't use their dropdown projector screen to save space (I brought my own projector screen sheet and a staff helped me tie its anchors on the conveniently located curtain rods). Their new internet system was not yet set up for the event space but they let me hire my own internet contractor to set up faster wifi (there is one internet port for the space at the time which could let us set up internet access points). They gave us an audio person to help play our soundtrack during the entire event. The long and round tables and chairs were enough for my guests to play board games and eat on. Charlie helped us map out the set up of everything so that on the day their staff have everything ready for us. The location and parking was easy. Everything went extremely smoothly! Highly recommend iO Theater's venue space!
5.0

About iO Theater

Since 1981, The iO Theater has been the foundational institution dedicated to the development of long-form improvisational theater; we’ve helped launch the careers of countless comedians and actors like Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Mike Meyers, and Jason Sudeikis (just to name a few).

Take advantage of our state-of-the-art theaters and sound systems, our multiple classrooms and breakout spaces, and our in-house kitchen and bar to make an easy full day of fun. We’ll take care of everything – a custom team-building workshop, dinner, and evening of laughter from the best improvisers in Chicago, you just bring your team.

Now, iO's creative spaces can become a background for your events, big or small!


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