He’s only 10-year-old but Joseph Mulholland from Lurgan is already being applauded by West End royalty after incredible performances in Belfast.

Already rubbing shoulders with the elite actors and West End royalty, such as Kerry Ellis, Ryan Jenkins and Nic Greenshields, Joseph is heading towards stardom himself.

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Joseph Mulholland, aged 10, who won top awards at the National Performance Awards in Belfast. He is pictured with West End star Kerry Ellis.

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Facing strong competition from across the country at the National Performance Awards, Joseph received a number of top awards.

In a field of more than 100 singers aged from 7-17, he achieved Best Artistry in Singing.

He also achieved 1st Place in his age group for solo singing and 3rd Place for Music Theatre movement.

Joseph Mulholland, aged 10, from Lurgan, Co Armagh, who scooped several top prizes at the National Performance Awards in Belfast.

The son of John Paul and Lynsey Mulholland, Joseph trains at The Shelley Lowry School, Portadown where he continues to develop his skills in singing, dancing and musical theatre.

His mum Lynsey reveals that Joseph is thoroughly dedicated and hard working. “Through his love of performing he has gone from strength to strength, and these recent awards are a wonderful recognition of his talent and commitment.”

Joseph, who attends St Patrick’s P.S. in Magheralin is hoping to pursue a career in acting and musical theatre, and this success is another exciting step on his journey.

Mum Lynsey reveals that Joseph, who has a brother and sister, Jonah and Jessica, started performing at an early age.

“He began with singing and soon discovered a passion for acting and musical theatre,” she said.

Encouraged by his family and teachers, Joseph has taken part in competitions and performances, including success at the National Performance Awards.

“Every opportunity has made him even more determined to continue learning and pursuing his dream,” said Mum.

Joseph said: "I’d love to be an actor and performer when I’m older. My dream is to be in TV shows, films and musicals, and to keep learning and getting better at what I love.

"I just want to keep working hard, having fun and seeing where performing takes me."

It is understood Joseph loves all things magical especially witches and Harry Potter. He hopes to visit Salem, Massachusetts some day.

With spectacular performances such as that in the National Performance Awards, Joseph’s magical talent will surely conjure up a life of superstardom and success.