Events in April 2025

Friday April 11 at Raglan Old School Arts Centre, 5 Stewart Street, Raglan. Upstairs in Whare Tapere.

Entry by koha

LIVE & LOCAL at the Old School - Apr 11

Adults (18 plus) Recommended $10, Minimum $5 – pay what you can afford. Free entry for ages 17 and below.

Doors open at 7pm with Live & Local starting at 7.30pm. Bar open.

Ronald Frump - the Musical Murder Mystery

Checkerboard Lounge Trio (Aus) Back with the Blues Tour

Female Powerhouses Unite: A Night of Healing, Uplifting, and Liberating Music

Adults (18 plus) Recommended $10, Minimum $5 – pay what you can afford.
Free entry for ages 17 and below.

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11 LIVE & LOCAL at the Old School - Apr 11 LIVE & LOCAL at the Old School - Apr 11 7:30 pm April 11, 2025 Friday April 11 at Raglan Old School Arts Centre, 5 Stewart Street, Raglan. Upstairs in Whare Tapere. Entry by koha Adults (18 plus) Recommended $10, Minimum $5 – pay what you can afford. Free entry for ages 17 and below. Doors open at 7pm with Live & Local starting at 7.30pm. Bar open. Our popular Live & Local featuring local performers continues for Autumn 2025… Live and Local 7.30pm, Friday 11th April 2025 Penni Feather Folk, blues, originals, unexpected ukulele songs? Check! Known for her wide-ranging vocals and irreverent stage presence, singer/guitarist Penni delves into her folk and blues roots for this spot. FloWithIt Florent is a French musician based in Raglan. His guitar playing and song writing are inspired by John Frusciante and Jimi Hendrix. Flo will play a mix of originals and covers, but also, because Flo loves to jam, he will explore some ideas with his looping setup. We’ll see what happens. A showcase for local performers, from songwriters to comedy. If you’re interested in performing at one of these shows, contact Music Coordinator Nicky Mann: music@raglanartscentre.co.nz Live & Local presented by Raglan Old School Arts Centre is made possible with the support of Waikato District Creative Communities, Raglan Community Board, Norah Howell Charitable Trust, Raglan Light & Sound and Mark Frost (Bayleys Real Estate) Whare Tapere | Upstairs in the Theatre Workshop at Old School 5 Stewart St Raglan, Coastal Waikato 3225 New Zealand 078250023 Map Read more

12 Ronald Frump - the Musical Murder Mystery Ronald Frump - the Musical Murder Mystery 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm April 12, 2025 Join us for a musical murder mystery as we investigate who killed Ronald Frump and help raise money - Eva's Room, 6-7.30pm, Saturday 12 April. No need to dress up (unless you want to!) or act out the script - all you need to bring is your reading glasses! If you'd rather watch than participate, that's ok too. Price includes finger food and the bar will be open. Tickets $20 in advance or $25 on the door. Our bank details are on the right sidebar on desktop or scroll down on mobile. Te Whare Toi o Te Kura Tawhito | Raglan Old School Arts Centre 5 Stewart St Raglan, Coastal Waikato 3225 New Zealand 07 825 0023 Map Read more

18 Checkerboard Lounge Trio (Aus) Back with the Blues Tour Checkerboard Lounge Trio (Aus) Back with the Blues Tour 7:30 pm April 18, 2025 The Checkerboard Lounge Trio at Raglan Old School Arts Centre. $25 + Transaction Fee at Eventfinda or $30 at the door. Buy tickets now: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/checkerboard-lounge-trio-aus-back-with-the-blues-tour/raglan Evolving over thirty-five years CBL has become a cult-like institution in Australia. The brainchild of renowned singer, songwriter and drummer Carl Pannuzzo, the band has enjoyed diverse membership over its lifespan but the current line up of Carl, Tim Neal and Shannon Bourne is arguably the band’s strongest ever, breathing fire and virtuosity into blues, classic soul and roots. CBL, leave audiences enthralled by the creativity and chemistry between the band. The spirit is palpable from the first bar of their performances, with an almost childlike sense of play, they reinvent the music every time with authenticity and immediacy, no two shows are ever the same. From standing ovations at festivals to packed Melbourne pubs, vibrant and unforgettable, CBL are a tour-de-force delivering honesty, integrity and truthful musicianship, the very essence of a live music experience. Te Whare Toi o Te Kura Tawhito | Raglan Old School Arts Centre 5 Stewart St Raglan, Coastal Waikato 3225 New Zealand 07 825 0023 Map Read more

25 Female Powerhouses Unite: A Night of Healing, Uplifting, and Liberating Music Female Powerhouses Unite: A Night of Healing, Uplifting, and Liberating Music 6:00 pm April 25, 2025 Lucy Gallant & Joydah Mae – April 25th, Raglan Old School Arts Centre Early Bird $35.00 + $2.58 booking fee Buy Tickets Now: HUMANITIX TICKET LINK Limited Tickets –will sell out fast! Secure Your Spot Now! Join us for a soul-stirring night of transformation, empowerment, and connection as two extraordinary female artists, Lucy Gallant and Joydah Mae, take the stage. Each celebrated for their powerful artistry, they will perform individual sets that promise to inspire, heal, and uplift. Lucy Gallant – A Musical Force of Liberation After a captivating first-ever New Zealand tour in January this year, Australian songstress Lucy Gallant made such a profound impact that she’s been called back for another run! Having graced major festivals like Glastonbury and Byron Bay Bluesfest, Lucy has built a reputation as one of the most vibrant and mesmerizing performers on the touring circuit. A one-woman band and multi-instrumentalist, Lucy blends reggae, folk, and soul into uplifting rhythms and heartfelt melodies that encourage love, liberation, and individuality. Her voice, both soulful and powerful, carries an energy that draws the audience in, making each performance an immersive and healing experience. She invites everyone to sing along, dance, and connect, transforming every concert into a shared celebration of joy and self-expression. Joydah Mae – Ancestral Wisdom & Transformative Sound A proud Ibaloi warrior, Joydah Mae brings a deeply spiritual and healing presence to the stage. Her music, rooted in challenge, resilience, and transformation, opens a space for reflection and inner strength. With a voice that resonates with raw emotion and ancestral wisdom, Joydah’s powerful sound connects deeply with the audience, creating an atmosphere of unity and healing. She blends soulful melodies with rhythmic storytelling, inspiring listeners to embrace their own journey, let go of fears, and step into empowerment. Every performance is a sacred experience, inviting the audience to be part of something greater than just the music. More Than a Concert – A Healing Event This is more than just music—it’s a night of healing vibrations, unity, and conscious connection. Through the power of sound and storytelling, Lucy and Joydah create a sacred space where music becomes medicine. Together, they offer a transformative experience that will leave hearts open and spirits uplifted. Secure Your Spot Before It Sells Out! FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE Te Whare Toi o Te Kura Tawhito | Raglan Old School Arts Centre 5 Stewart St Raglan, Coastal Waikato 3225 New Zealand 07 825 0023 Map Read more