When does the performance start?

The performance starts on 30.04.2026 at 7:30 PM.

How long does the evening last?

The indicated duration is about 1 hour 40 minutes without a break.

Where does the play take place?

At Schauspielhaus Bochum, Königsallee 15, 44789 Bochum.

Are there any special notes on the process?

According to the event page, there will be an audience dialogue following the performance.

How do I get there best?

Take tram line 308/318 or bus lines SB37, 350, 353, 365 to the Schauspielhaus stop. The Bochum-Ehrenfeld S-Bahn station and U35 stop Oskar-Hoffmann-Straße are also nearby.

Are there parking options?

Yes, the P9 parking garage at Schauspielhaus is designated. For performances, according to service information, the theater rate is 4.00 euros.

A theater evening that wakes Bochum and re-examines moral boundaries

Name: Catarina or On the Beauty of Killing Fascists
Start: 2026-04-30T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-30T23:10:00+02:00
Location: Schauspielhaus

A political theater evening that shakes Bochum

With Catarina or On the Beauty of Killing Fascists, the Schauspielhaus Bochum presents an intense play on April 30, 2026, that intertwines family ritual, moral boundary questions, and the defense of democracy. The German-language premiere by Tiago Rodrigues directed by Mateja Koležnik promises a powerful event experience with a clear stance, dense narrative power, and palpable audience mood.

A story between tradition and imposition

At the center is a Portuguese family that has followed a radical ritual for generations: on the anniversary of Catarina Eufémia's murder, a fascist is killed. What initially appears to be a disturbing legacy evolves into a gripping theater evening about violence, responsibility, and the question of how far resistance may go. This friction is what makes this pre-reporting exciting: here, political theater meets existential intensification.

Direction, ensemble, and a strong signature

The play is by Tiago Rodrigues, who has been leading the Festival d’Avignon since 2023 and gained international attention with the work. In Bochum, it is directed by Mateja Koležnik, whose work Children of the Sun was invited to the Theatertreffen in 2023. The ensemble, including Rainer Bock, Konstantin Bühler, Felix Knopp, Ole Lagerpusch, Carla Richardsen, Mona Vojacek Koper, Alexander Wertmann, and Elsie de Brauw, provides dense, demanding acting with a clear focus on target audience engagement for an audience that loves political theater.

Atmosphere at Schauspielhaus Bochum

The performance takes place at the traditional Schauspielhaus at Königsallee 15. The show starts at 7:30 PM and lasts about 1 hour 40 minutes without an intermission, according to event details. For visitors, this creates a concentrated evening format that knows no long paths, but leads directly into the emotions of the evening. The audience dialogue afterwards underscores the special dramaturgy of this theater evening.

Arrival, parking, and barrier-free orientation

The access is well organized: The tram lines 308/318 as well as the bus lines SB37, 350, 353, and 365 provide access to the Schauspielhaus stop. Alternatively, the Bochum-Ehrenfeld S-Bahn station and the U-Bahn station Oskar-Hoffmann-Straße are about a ten-minute walk away. For drivers, the P9 parking garage at Schauspielhaus is available; the theater rate is 4.00 euros, according to service information. Additionally, the venue refers to barrier-free access and wheelchair spaces upon request.

Conclusion: An evening for all who want to experience theater as a stance

Catarina or On the Beauty of Killing Fascists is not an easy evening but a clever, stirring event experience with high relevance. Those looking for political theater, strong acting, and an intense audience atmosphere should mark this date and experience it live.