In pictures: young stars sparkle on stage at Portadown Music Festival

This year’s Portadown Music Festival began in fine style this week with young competitors impressing adjudicator Steven Roberts with their talents.

By Valerie Martin

Published 29th Mar 2023, 12:43 BST

Updated 31st Mar 2023, 17:52 BST

The 101st music festival began on Monday, March 27 and runs until Monday, April 3.

Photographer Tony Hendron went along on the first day to capture some of the atmosphere of the Vocal Section, Songs from a Musical Show classes.

1. Lighting up the stage

Sinead Jordan and Grace Currie performing the song 'Cruella DeVil' from the musical, Cruella. PT13-213. Photo: Tony Hendron

2. A warm welcome!

Portadown Music Festival adjudicator Steven Roberts pictured with Music secretary, Joy Gillespie on the opening day of the festival. PT13-209. Photo: Tony Hendron

3. Enjoying the moment

Where Is Love...Finley Bell performs the famous song from Oliver the musical. PT13-219. Photo: Tony Hendron

4. Thumbs up!

Winner of the Song From A Musical Show P1-P4, Alexandrea Quibael with her performance of My Favorite Things from 'The Sound Of Music'. PT13-221. Photo: Tony Hendron