Emily Robinson is presented with the Evelyn Cooper Memorial Shield for Two Performances Of Excellence 9-11 Years, by Pamela Cassells, right who donated the new trophy. Also included is Speech Festival secretary, Karen Hoy. PT10-234.

placeholder image — Emily Robinson is presented with the Evelyn Cooper Memorial Shield for Two Performances Of Excellence 9-11 Years, by Pamela Cassells, right who donated the new trophy. Also included is Speech Festival secretary, Karen Hoy. PT10-234.

Portadown Speech Festival final night brings more great performances and prize presentation

By Valerie Martin

Published 4th Mar 2023, 12:35 GMT

Updated 4th Mar 2023, 12:36 GMT

The 2023 Portadown Speech Festival concluded on Friday night (March 3) after more than a week of top class performances from a large number of talented competitors.

There was plenty of praise and words of encouragement for all who took part from adjudicators Ann Bauer and Judey Struth and some prized silverware to take home as well.

Photographer Tony Hendron was there on the final night of the festival to record some special moments.

Check out this photo gallery from earlier in the festival: In pictures: Portadown Speech Festival competitors light up the stage with impressive performances

Some of the cast of an abridged version of Billy Elliott, The Musical performing at the Portadown Speech Festival final night. PT10-225.

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Some of the cast of an abridged version of Billy Elliott, The Musical performing at the Portadown Speech Festival final night. PT10-225. Photo: Tony Hendron

Eve performs her alternative version of Little Bo Peep - Call Me Bo. PT10-230.

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Eve performs her alternative version of Little Bo Peep - Call Me Bo. PT10-230. Photo: Tony Hendron