The Speech Festival, which began on Wednesday, February 22, continues until Friday, March 3. This year’s adjudicators are Ann Bauer and Judey Struth.
Photographer Tony Hendron went along to the Town Hall to capture some of the atmosphere.
9. On the stage at Portadown Speech Festival
Sofia Cassells who came second in the Musical Theatre 9-11 Years at Portadown Speech Festival. PT09-212. Photo: Tony Hendron
10. On stage at Portadown Speech Festival
Bippity Bopitty Boo... Freya Mackle performs a scene from Cinderella. PT09-211. Photo: Tony Hendron
11. On stage at Portadown Speech Festival
Ivy and Molly who came third in the Musical Theatre Doulogue section at Portadown Speech festival. PT09-204. Photo: Tony Hendron
12. On stage at Portadown Speech Festival
Mickey and Minnie...Lottie and Mollie who were awarded first place in the Musical Theatre Under 8 Years section of Portadown Speech Festival. PT09-201. Photo: Tony Hendron