‘Luigi the Musical’ About Accused CEO Killer Premieres in San Francisco

A new musical comedy titled 'Luigi: The Musical,' based on the real-life case of accused murderer Luigi Mangione, is set to debut in San Francisco this June at the Taylor Street Theater. The show, already sold out for its initial run, portrays Mangione—the alleged killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson—as an 'accidental folk hero' in a wildly irreverent and campy style, drawing both criticism and intrigue. The production mixes fictional elements, such as Mangione sharing a jail cell with notorious figures Sam Bankman-Fried and Sean 'Diddy' Combs, to comment on the failures of major American institutions like healthcare, tech, and entertainment. Creators defend the show's provocative tone as thoughtful satire, while critics argue it risks glamorizing violence and trivializing a tragic crime. The musical is the work of director Nova Bradford, songwriter Arielle Johnson, and local comedians, aiming to blend dark humor with social commentary. Meanwhile, Mangione has pleaded not guilty to federal murder charges, and the case continues to attract public attention and controversy.