Bergen Byspill theatre group was established in January 1995, in co-operation with the Department of Culture, City of Bergen. A group of freelance professional stage artists form the core of the ensemble. When a large production is underway, there are theatre courses for amateurs and children, so that they are able to join the ensemble in their inspiring work as the production is being made.

Bergen Byspill's main goal is to create theatre by taking new and untraditional stage areas into use, mainly outdoors and preferably related to historical monuments and buildings. Also to bring theatre performances and theatrical events closer to the public by popping up in different places, with a vast number of characters and spectacular shows. It also provides whole evening experiences for firms and companies, which include traditional Hanseatic feasts. Bergen Byspill makes small performances and specially adapted plays and events for any kind of festival, grand opening or conference taking place. The theatre work connects the present with the past and future, and is made for all ages and people from every part of society.

The group has had collaboration projects with Bergen International Festival, Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, West Norwegian Jazz Senter and many other local establishments in Bergen. It has a large collection of costumes, which are rented to the public.