Alan & Kristin Kelly are two founding members of the well known Irish powerhouse band the Barleyshakes and are delighted to be playing their first ever Raglan show in the Old School Arts Centre on Friday February 6, Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start . Together they bring you upbeat sounds on sweet sensuous fiddle, and spirited guitar. Recipients of Queensland Music Award for World music and notably, Alan has recorded as a bodhran soloist on the Lord of the Rings soundtrack.
“They are performing up and down Aotearoa in February and March 2026. For tour dates go to www.barleyshakes.com With their dynamic presence, the Shakes captivate audiences with a blend of traditional and contemporary Celtic music.
Upstairs in Whare Tapere, Raglan Old School Arts Centre, 5 Stewart St, Raglan
7.30pm (doors open at 7.00pm), Friday 6th February 2026
Door Sales $30 per person.
Friday Feb 6, 7.30pm Old School Arts Centre Raglan $30 Doors open 7pm TICKETS
Based in Noosa for 20 years now this duo are experts at their passion and love nothing more than to work with each and every audience they find themselves in front of.
Having performed at concert halls, clubs, and festivals in over 25 countries, the Shakes take you on a journey as spirits are lifted by well-loved favorites, emotive compositions, humorous tales and sprightly jigs and reels.
Also, American, UK, Scottish, Canadian and Eastern European compositions feature, alongside original and traditional Irish tunes and songs.
The Barleyshakes, through their lifelong passion and skill, will make you laugh, cry, sing, and dance. They are performing up and down New Zealand this February and March.
For tour dates go to www.barleyshakes.com