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'The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical' dramatizes the life of a gonzo journalist

Hunter S. Thompson pioneered a new style of writing in books like "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas." A new musical, now playing outside of Washington, D.C., takes on the gonzo journalist's career and the resonance it has in today's political climate.
Here & Now's Scott Tong speaks with Joe Iconis, playwright and composer, and Eric William Morris, star, of “The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S Thompson Musical.”
This segment aired on June 19, 2025.