When is the performance?

The performance starts on May 20, 2026, at 7:30 PM.

How long is the play?

The duration is about 1 hour and 40 minutes, without intermission.

Where is the play taking place?

The venue is the Schauspielhaus Bochum at Königsallee 15, 44789 Bochum.

Is there an introduction?

Yes, for the date on May 20, 2026, an introduction at 7:00 PM is planned.

Is the house barrier-free?

Yes, the Schauspielhaus Bochum has barrier-free access and designated wheelchair spaces.

How do I get there best?

With the Schauspielhaus stop as well as lines 308, 318, SB37, 350, 353, 365, and NE4, it is well accessible by bus and train.

Bochum's Great Theater Evening: Catarina Ignites Tension, Conviction, and Strong Images

Name: Catarina or On the Beauty of Killing Fascists
Start: 2026-05-20T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-20T23:10:00+02:00
Location: Schauspielhaus Bochum

An evening full of tension, conviction, and theatrical power at the Schauspielhaus Bochum

With Catarina or On the Beauty of Killing Fascists, the Schauspielhaus Bochum presents a highly discussed play on May 20, 2026. The German-language premiere by Tiago Rodrigues, directed by Mateja Koležnik, promises an intense event experience between familial ritual, political intensification, and precise theatrical atmosphere.

When a ritual becomes a moral test

The story begins where certainties become brittle: A long-standing family tradition, an annual garden party, and a decision that leaves the audience indifferent. This blend of personal closeness and political explosive power makes the evening particularly appealing for theater fans. The piece unfolds its power with strong audience mood, clear directorial handwriting, and a text that raises questions of responsibility, violence, and scope for action.

A strong ensemble for a strong piece

On stage at the Schauspielhaus Bochum are Rainer Bock, Konstantin Bühler, Felix Knopp, Ole Lagerpusch, Carla Richardsen, Mona Vojacek Koper, Alexander Wertmann, and Elsie de Brauw, among others. The production relies on an ensemble that not only plays the tensions of the text but makes them physically tangible. The strength of this production lies in its ability to combine artistic precision with intense emotional presence.

Bochum as a stage for major themes

The Schauspielhaus on Königsallee is one of the prominent cultural addresses in the city. Upon arrival, visitors experience more than just a theater visit: The venue stands for careful event planning, solid organization, and a clear target audience approach for an audience seeking contemporary theater with ambition. With its location in the southern center of Bochum, arriving from the urban area and the VRR region is convenient.

Why the visit is worthwhile

The German-language premiere brings an internationally recognized material for the first time in this form to Bochum. In addition, the direction by Mateja Koležnik, who has already gained attention in Bochum with Children of the Sun, and the handwriting of Tiago Rodrigues, who has been leading the festival d’Avignon since 2023, are noteworthy. Those who appreciate theater as a lively, witty, and sensory experience will find an evening with substance and resonance here.

Conclusion: A theater evening that resonates for a long time

Catarina or On the Beauty of Killing Fascists promises a dense, intelligent, and highly relevant theater evening at the Schauspielhaus Bochum. The audience can look forward to strong acting, intense imagery, and a play with political weight. Anyone wanting to experience contemporary theater in its most powerful form should catch this date live.