‘The class of Year 7C have been training hard for the annual Beep Test. Hearts will be broken, friendships destroyed, and someone may sh*t themselves!’
The Beep Test is a comedic, fast-paced, over-the-top new Australian musical that dives into the drama and chaos that was a school Beep Test. The musical follows four determined students and one far too enthusiastic PE Teacher of Class 7C as they compete for the number one place, whatever the cost.
This dynamic comedy from Australian musical theatre writers Neylon and Peele has been the recipient of numerous awards across the country, including the Green Room Award for Best New Australian Musical.
Incorporating tight choreography, a witty script and impressive vocal performances, The Beep Test captures the essence of school life and competitive spirit, resonating with audiences who were fortunate or unfortunate enough to be subjected to this Australian tradition.
REVIEWS
“The Beep Test is a ridiculously fun, fast-paced, and witty walk down memory lane ★★★★★”
Shannon Pearce
“...an undeniably charming comedy musical bursting with passion, heart and consistent laughs”
Alyssa Moller
AWARDS
2019 - Julie Michael Cabaret Award - WAAPA
2020 - Martin Sims Award (Nominated) - Perth Fringe
2022 - Best Performance Ensemble Ensemble - Melbourne Fringe
2022 - Best Theatre (Nominated) - Melbourne Fringe
2023 - Weekly Award Winner, Theatre and Physical Theatre - Adelaide Fringe
2023 - Best New Australian Musical Theatre Writing - Green Room Awards
2023 - Best Ensemble (Nominated)- Green Room Awards
2023 - Best Music Direction, Conor Neylon (Nominated)- Green Room Awards
2023 - Best Supporting Actor, Josh Reckless (Nominated)- Green Room Awards
2025 - Best Supporting Actor, Sebastian Li - Green Room Awards
Production History
September 2019. Julie Michael Cabaret Award, The Roundhouse Theatre, Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. 10 minute mini-musical. Sir: Ethan Jones, Zach: Axel Duffy, Jane: Sara Reed, Cooper: Jack Keen, Sandra: Emily Wood. Direction Jackson Peele, Musical Direction Conor Neylon
February 2020. Perth FRINGEWORLD, Paper Mountain, Northbridge, ‘Neylon & Peele.’ 50-minute production. Sir: Jack Twelvetree, Zach: Tim Ogborne, Jane: Zoe Crisp, Cooper: Jack Keen, Sandra: Emily Wood. Directed by Jackson Peele, Assistant Director/ Set Designer William Gammell, Musical Direction Conor Neylon, Production Team Tiana Catalano, Jackson Peele, Conor Neylon, William Gammell, Photography Matthew Lister, Design Caitlin New
October 2022. Melbourne Fringe and Theatreworks, ‘Neylon & Peele.’ 55 minute production. Sir: Lachlan Hewson, Zach: Josh Reckless, Jane: Sara Reed, Cooper: Jack Keen, Sandra: Jo Jabalde . Direction Jackson Peele, Musical Direction Conor Neylon, Assistant Direction Alice Fittock, Stage Management Will Barker, Lighting Design Gabriel Bethune, Visual Design Francis Cao
February/March 2023. Adelaide Fringe and Holden St Theatres, ‘Neylon & Peele.’ 55 minute production. Sir: Lachlan Hewson, Zach: Josh Reckless, Jane: Sara Reed, Cooper: Jack Keen, Sandra: Jo Jabalde. Direction Jackson Peele, Musical Direction Mark Bradley, Assistant Direction Tiana Catalano, Stage Management Will Barker, Lighting Design Gabriel Bethune
April/May 2025.* Theatreworks Mainstage, ‘Neylon & Peele.’ 55 minute production. Sir: Lachlan Hewson, Zach: Axel Duffy, Jane: Sara Reed, Cooper: Sebastian Li, Sandra: Charlyi Jaz. Direction Jackson Peele, Musical Direction Jack Hollander, Set and LX Designer Tom Vulcan, Assistant Direction Tiana Catalano, Stage Management Lexie Jaensch
*this production featured on the VCAA Drama Syllabus for the Victorian School Curriculum