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.
9. Little star
'Everybody Wants To Be A Cat' sings little Aoife Bleeks in the Musical Theatre section of Portadown Festival. Her performance earned her the bronze medal. PT13-218. Photo: Tony Hendron
10. A big song for a little girl
Annie McLernon sings 'Thumbelina' in the Song from a Musical Show section of Portadown Music Festival. PT13-217. Photo: Tony Hendron
11. Expressive performance
The Sound Of Music...Isabella Mackle sings 'My Favorite Things' from the famous movie and musical. PT13-216. Photo: Tony Hendron
12. Star performers
Caitlyn Kelly and Madison Weir who were winners in the Vocal Duet, Song from a Musical Show 13-18 years. PT13-214. Photo: Tony Hendron