Socks in the Frying Pan concert planned for Boothbay Harbor

Award-winning Irish trio Socks in the Frying Pan plat to perform at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, at Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Road.

The band is an award-winning trio from County Clare, the universal hub of Irish traditional music. Formed in 2014, this trio comprises Aodán Coyne on guitar and vocals, Shane Hayes on accordion and Fiachra Hayes on fiddle & banjo.

Socks In The Frying Pan blends traditional Irish melodies and pitch perfect vocal harmonies with their own personal flair and energetic approach to music. Their clear love for live performance and onstage wit has captivated audiences around the world. They have performed in 46 U.S. states, headlining most of the major Irish music festivals in America, and have toured extensively in Europe. They also have branched into the broader world music scene, performing at events such as Walnut Valley Festival in Kansas, Tønder Festival in Denmark and the world-famous New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.

The band launched its fall tour of the U.S. on July 28 at the Dayton Irish Festival.

Tickets cost $25/$30. For more information call 207-633-5159 or visit boothbayoperahouse.com.

For more information about the band, visit socksinthefryingpan.com.