The audience was wowed by some of the best performances of the festival in a 'moments you may have missed' first half.
The night began with an outstanding performance by the pupils of the Pamela Cassells School Of Performance with their interpretation of the musical, 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie' which won the company the award for Best Interperation of Musical Theatre and the best actor award for Shea Fox who played the lead..
This was followed by selected highlight performances of various poems and monologues.
The second half of the gala night was dedicated to the presentation of overall awards.
Photographer Tony Hendron went along to capture some of the atmosphere of the special evening.
9. Portadown Speech Festival
Oonagh McGeary performs a scene from 'Annie Get Your Gun'. PT08-245. Photo: TONY HENDRON
10. Portadown Speech Festival
Alys Compston performs her poem on the final night. PT08-249. Photo: TONY HENDRON
11. Portadown Speech Festival
The main prizewinners on the final night of Portadown Speech Festival pictured with officials and adjudicators. PT08-250. Photo: TONY HENDRON
12. Portadown Speech Festival
Poppy Brock who was awarded trophies for the highest mark in a Traditional Poem and The performance of the highest standard 12-15 years. PT08-251. Photo: TONY HENDRON