A satirical musical comedy about life in Big Tech, Booglinee follows the journey of an idealistic new hire who stumbles into a web of corporate dysfunction, ruthless efficiency mandates, and a deeply buried scandal at the mysterious tech giant “Booglinee.”

It’s a story of ambition, burnout, performance improvement plans, friendship through hardship, and the quiet rebellion of those who still believe in doing the right thing — even when the algorithm says otherwise.

Booglinee is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real tech companies, people, or performance review systems is purely coincidental. The musical may be unfinished — but like all meaningful things, it starts with cautious optimism and a leap forward. Maybe we’ll fix it next quarter.

Booglinee: An Unfinished Musical v3

Kai's teammate, Tom, a jaded veteran at Booglinee, unloads his cynicism in a sharp-tongued rant against meaningless metrics and promo politics. Zach, ever the middle manager, tries to stay upbeat—but the cracks are showing. A darkly funny snapshot of tech-world disillusionment, “SWE Paradise (1)” captures the burnout, bureaucracy, and barely-functioning optimism behind every “alignment meeting.”

SWE Paradise (Act 1)

A playful takedown of meeting overload, this number spotlights Chad—Kai’s charismatic, fast-talking teammate—as he leads the charge through a maze of buzzwords, vague action items, and endless calendar invites. With sharp wit and rhythmic flair, the song gives voice to a universal workplace truth: sometimes, an email really would have sufficed.

This Could Have Been An Email

"Chisel My Own Design" captures the restless optimism of a young idealist stepping into adulthood—fresh out of school with more doubts than distinctions and a stubborn belief that something meaningful lies ahead. It channels the hopeful confusion of early adulthood, where career paths are blurry, dreams are oversized, and the only real compass is raw determination. With a wink toward startup culture and a quiet rebellion against groupthink, this song reminds us that forging your path isn’t about having it all figured out—it’s about grabbing the metaphorical chisel and hoping you don’t hit your thumb.

Chisel My Own Design [DRAFT]

“Welcome to Booglinee (1)” marks Kai’s introduction to life at Booglinee during his first-day orientation. Delivered by the HR Host and ensemble, the upbeat number celebrates the company’s values, ambition, and team culture—while gently poking fun at the language of corporate mission statements. With a blend of excitement and irony, the song sets the stage for Kai’s journey through the surreal world of tech.

Welcome to Booglinee (1) - Concept Demo

"Your Practice Run" is an uplifting solo number that introduces Kai, a bright and idealistic young tinkerer preparing to leave home for a new job at Booglinee. Set in his room while fixing a broken speaker, the song celebrates persistence, creativity, and the mindset that every failure is just a step toward future success.

SWE Paradise (Act 1)

Doctor Rascal