Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists

The illustrious playwright and director Tiago Rodrigues, Artistic Director of the Festival d’Avignon, returns to BAM after 2021’s joyous By Heart with a courageous, compelling work with a jaw-dropping premise. For over 70 years, a singular Portuguese family has gathered at their country house for an annual ritual: the execution of a fascist. All the women in this family share the same name - Catarina - and they've passed this tradition down through generations. Now, the youngest Catarina questions their practice, igniting a family conflict that raises urgent questions: Should democratic principles be compromised to protect democracy itself? What role does violence play in creating a more just society? Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists explores these tensions with poetic grace, offering a compassionate look at the sacrifices made in pursuit of a better world. In Portuguese with English supertitles. Please note: Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists includes strong language, violence, and loud sound effects.