checked out: the musical
checked out: the musical
Presented at solidarity hall (trades hall hub) for melbourne fringe 2025
Creative Team
Written by Josh Connell and Steph Lee
Directed by Steph Lee
Music directed by Josh Connell
Set and Lighting Design by Tom Vulcan
Photography by Leo Cherry Photography (@leocherryphotography)
Logo design by Louisa Fitzgerald
Dramaturgical support by Manali Datar
Cast
Bridget - Anita Mei La Terra
Jack - Jackson Cross
Seb - Oscar O’Brien
Jasmine - Shanu Sobti
Taylor - An Dang
“Connell and Lee intelligently unpack the humour and humanity of the supermarket slog, reminding audiences of the workers trapped in cycles of exhaustion and underappreciation.”
Checked out: the musical was a 2025 melbourne fringe judge’s pick show.
reviews
“The creators aren’t afraid to play with form or tone, and the lyrics swing cleverly between hilarious and heartfelt, particularly when one character sings: “I clock in, I check out, I clock out, but no one’s checking in on me.” It hits like a punch to the gut, capturing the quiet despair behind the comedy.”
“This show deserves the highest accolades and surely it is set to win some of the current Melbourne Fringe Festival awards. The entire audience would agree going by their laughter and cheering. I don’t think there was ever someone not laughing throughout 90% of the show”
“This show had such great energy and gags - had the whole audience in stitches. Perfect blend of silliness and anticapitalism”
“A clever, fun and funny musical with great songs, a perfect dose of satire and some delightfully cheesy choreography. If musicals aren’t your thing, this show may well change your mind!”
“these talented bright bubby actors and actresses totally nailed this plot and I can’t wait to see what they do next!”
