Far-right character’s monologue prompts violent scenes at German theatre
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During the German premiere of "Catarina, or the Beauty of Killing Fascists" in Bochum, an actor portraying a far-right activist was met with violence from the audience. The incident occurred during the character's 15-minute monologue, which details an extremist agenda. Audience members heckled, threw an orange at the actor, and attempted to physically remove him from the stage. The play, written by Portuguese playwright Tiago Rodrigues, explores themes of generational conflict and the justification of violence against fascists, centering around a family who kidnaps and executes a "fascist" each year. The director expressed shock and defended the actor's performance, while the theatre condemned the audience's actions.
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AI-ExtractedThe play tells the story of a family who kidnap and execute a 'fascist' each year.
The play's director, Mateja Koležnik, said she was 'incredibly proud' of the actor.
The play is titled 'Catarina, or the Beauty of Killing Fascists'.
An actor was shouted down and pelted with fruit during a performance in Bochum.
Two spectators mounted the stage, apparently with the intention of dragging the actor off.
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