A British premiere of a Portuguese play has sparked discussion about how audiences react to far-right rhetoric and the ethical issues surrounding political violence. Directed by Tiago Rodrigues, the play features Romeu Costa as a far-right politician and kidnap victim who delivers a half-hour speech attacking minorities, elites, homosexuals, and the far-left. Despite the speech's provocative content, which has caused protests and walkouts in other European performances, the British audience responded with nervous laughter, coughs, and a few loud whistles—far from immediate outrage. Set in a near-future Portugal, the play follows a family that kidnaps and kills a single "fascist" each year as a ritual protest against a rising far-right government. The characters, all named Catarina, are dressed in old-fashioned clothing and speak in exaggerated, comedic tones, parodying historical figures. Their tradition stems from the 1954 murder of a protester named Catarina by the authoritarian regime of President António de Oliveira Salazar. The family’s grandmother then established the annual killings as an act of resistance. The play includes English surtitles that present justifications for political violence, such as “It is not enough to be against, you must act against” and “You cannot fight intolerance with tolerance.” However, the dialogue also contains light-hearted jabs at veganism and a humorous reference to swallows, which are later compared to immigrants by the far-right character. The repetition of similar arguments about violent protest raises questions about whether the play is critiquing the political left for its perceived inaction against real fascist threats. The set design, by Fernando Ribeiro, features an origami-like, slatted house with a dining table inspired by The Last Supper, which rearranges itself throughout the performance. The play is described as a post-dramatic theatre piece—self-aware and avoiding traditional fourth-wall illusions. It is noted for its slow pacing, with a family member refusing to carry out a killing and the plot not resolving until the final moments. The audience's mixed reaction to the play has raised broader questions about European political sentiment, particularly with the rise of far-right parties in Germany and the uncertain political landscape in France. The play's blend of boredom and shock may reflect the current political climate in Europe, prompting reflection on whether it serves as a warning or a mirror for those potentially moving toward a more authoritarian future.