Back to the 80’s is this year’s school show. It is a fast paced, high energy production packed with iconic music, bold characters and big ensemble numbers. You will recognise the songs. You will enjoy the story. Our cast will deliver a show full of confidence, commitment and fun.
Back to the 80’s follows a group of students navigating school life, friendships and identity. The story is told through well known songs from the decade, brought together in a lively and engaging way. The show mixes comedy, character work and large scale musical moments.
This production showcases the strength of our young people across music, drama and technical theatre. You will see strong characterisation, confident vocal performance and a clear sense of ensemble throughout. The show reflects our school values. Pupils work together, support each other and aim for a high standard in performance.
About the show
This year’s show brings together a large cast of pupils from across all year groups. Our principal cast of 17 lead the story with confidence and clarity. They are supported by a committed ensemble of over 130 pupils who bring energy to every scene.
Behind the scenes, our technical and production teams design and build the set, manage lighting and sound and keep the show running safely and smoothly. This is a full school production, led by the Faculty of Expressive Arts, and it showcases the range of skills and commitment across Bellahouston Academy.
cast & crew
last years highlights
See highlights of last years school show ‘Grease’!
By train
The nearest train station is Dumbreck. This is on the Paisley Canal line and is around a 15 minute walk to the school.
From Glasgow Central, trains to Dumbreck take around 5 minutes.
By subway
The nearest subway station is Cessnock or Ibrox. Both are around an 8 to 10 minute walk to the school.
From the city centre, take the subway from Buchanan Street to Cessnock. The journey takes around 8 minutes and runs every few minutes.
By bus
Bellahouston Academy is directly served by several bus routes along Paisley Road West.
Common services include:
38 and 38A
9 and 9A
10
90
These buses run frequently from Glasgow city centre and stop a short walk from the school.
From central Glasgow
You can travel directly from the city centre in three simple ways:
Train from Glasgow Central to Dumbreck, then walk
Subway from Buchanan Street to Cessnock, then walk
Bus from Union Street or Buchanan Bus Station to Paisley Road West
Journey time is typically 10 to 20 minutes depending on the method.
Driving
From Glasgow city centre
Follow Paisley Road West (A761) heading south west
Continue past Ibrox Stadium and Bellahouston Park
Turn onto Urrdale Road for access to the school
From the M8
Exit at Junction 23 or 24
Follow signs for Govan or Paisley Road West
Continue towards Bellahouston Park
Turn onto Urrdale Road
Parking
Parking is available in the rear car park, accessed via Urrdale Road.
Please allow extra time on performance evenings as the area can be busy.
getting to bellahouston
We are committed to making our performances welcoming and accessible for all audience members. We understand that everyone experiences live performance differently. If you or a member of your group has any additional support needs, including mobility, sensory, or seating requirements, we encourage you to contact the school in advance so we can plan and support you fully.
We can offer a range of adjustments including early access to the space, flexible seating, access to a quiet area and support from our Front of House team. Once rehearsals begin, we will publish a detailed accessibility and sensory guide specific to this production. In the meantime, you can view examples of previous guides in the school show section of our website to understand the type of information we provide .
If you would like to discuss your visit in advance, please contact the school office on 0141 582 0100 or email the Head Teacher at headteacher@bellahoustonacademy.glasgow.sch.uk. Our team will be happy to talk through your needs and ensure your visit is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.