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Scottish Astrological Association Talks
Twice monthly talks on a variety of astrology related topics.
Theosophical Society, Edinburgh
Wed 5 Jun
£5 (Members £3)
Lecture: The Air Signs Group Discussion.
- 19:30 – 21:00
Wed 19 Jun
£5 (Members £3)
Lecture: Anna Estaroth – The Dawn of Astrology
- 19:30 – 21:00
Fanti Acrobats International
Award-winning traditional African acrobats from Ghana, West Africa. A breathtaking performance, not to be missed. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).
Thistle Hotel, Brighton
Fri 24 May
Sat 25 May
Sun 26 May
Andie Airfix at the Airfix Lounge
Graphic design as an extreme sport. Andie Airfix talks about the challenges working with music’s ‘megastars’ including Metallica, Thompson Twins, Stones, Doa, Leppard, Zeppelin and more. Talk dates: May 10/11; (Def Leppard). 17/18; (Metallica). 12/19/24; (Music design; Early Days). 8/15/22/25; (Music design; Latter Days).
Space at Create, Brighton
Fri 24 May
Sat 25 May
An Audience with James Naughtie
Presenter of the Today Programme for almost 20 years, James Naughtie talks about his career in political journalism and touches on his passion for music, giving an insight into his interesting life.
Gaiety Theatre, Ayr
Wed 25 Sep
£16.50 (£15.50) / 01292 288235
- 19:30
Edinburgh Lectures: Dalziel + Scullion – Ecology of Place
Matthew Dalziel and Louise Scullion, proprietors of the Dundee-based art studio Dalziel + Scullion, talk about creativity's role in challenging, reflecting and shaping the future. They focus on the interplay between human activity and nature's complexities and the possibility for a more meaningful kinship with the…
Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
Mon 27 May
£5 / 0131 550 7800
Janet Henderson Centenary Dinner and Discussion
A look at the work of Janet Henderson, who helped to establish the organic, local sourcing and healthy eating scene here in Scotland, and a glance at the future of food culture in the country. Booking is essential.
Henderson's Vegetarian Restaurant, Edinburgh
Wed 3 Jul
Mark Beaumont
Record-breaking endurance cyclist, rower and adventurer Mark Beaumont discusses his incredible experiences.
The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh
Wed 19 Jun
£13 (£10) / 0131 668 2019
Part of Edinburgh Festival of Cycling.
- 19:30
SECC, Glasgow
Thu 30 May
£14 / 0844 395 4000
Special show in aid of Glasgow charity Orkidstudio.
- 19:30
A Pride of Lions
As the Lions head off to tour Australia, former Scotland internationals John Beattie and Peter Wright talk about life on the rugby team. David Barnes, author of Behind the Lions: Playing Rugby for the British and Irish Lions, also gets in on the conversation.
National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Mon 27 May
Free / 0131 623 3918
- 18:00
Scottish Opera: Pirates Unwrapped
A free, hour-long peek backstage at the inner workings, characters, scenes and high points of The Pirates of Penzance.
Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Wed 5 Jun
Free / 01463 234234
- 18:00
Edinburgh Festival Theatre
Wed 29 May
Free / 0131 529 6000
Tom Morton: The Malt and Barley Revue
Broadcaster and storyteller Morton shares everything he knows about the delicious golden liquid, from its history to secrets from its makers to songs and stories inspired by it. As it will be impossible to listen to these tales without having a few drams yourself, three single malt whiskies will be tasted.
Gaiety Theatre, Ayr
Sat 14 Sep
£14 / 01292 288235
- 19:30
Alex Musgrave: My Life in Poetry (& Perfume)
Writer, perfume expert and jogger Alex Musgrave talks about his life in poetry and scent (he's Business Manager of Penhaligon's), with a chance to smell the perfumes he mentions. Ages 16+. Booking is essential.
Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Thu 30 May
£10 (Members £8) / 0131 248 2909
Alexa Meade: Artist Talk
Talk by young American artist who paints directly on her subjects to resemble painted portraits of themselves, and then photographs the result.
National Geographic Store, London SW3
Tue 28 May
Free / 020 7025 6960
- 19:00 – 21:00
Alexander Wilson: Local Hero
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the death of poet, artist and naturalist Alexander Wilson.
University of Glasgow
Fri 14 Jun
Graham Kerr Building
Free / 0141 330 5511
Part of Glasgow Science Festival.
- 18:30 – 21:30
An Evening with Ray Mears
The amiable bushcraft expert shares stories from his three decades roughing it in the bush.
Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World
Sat 19 Oct
£22.50 (Children £17.50; £20.50) / 01206 282020
- 19:30
Cheltenham Town Hall
Fri 25 Oct
£22.50 / 0844 576 2210
- 20:00
Congress Theatre, Eastbourne
Tue 15 Oct
£23.50–£26 / 01323 412000
- 19:30
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Edinburgh: Festival City
Composer Tod Machover, conductor Peter Oundjian and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra take us through the creation of a new piece of music celebrating the City of Edinburgh and its Festival and co-created by members of the public.
Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Tue 27 Aug
£6 / 0131 473 2000
How to Lucid Dream
Author, composer and founder of the European College of Hypnotherapy, Dr. Keith Hearne conducted the world's first sleep-laboratory into 'Lucid' dreaming at Liverpool University. Here he reveals his discoveries, and what these findings tell us about dreams, the unconsciousness, and how to induce our own lucid…
Hendrick's Carnival of Knowledge, Hove
Sun 26 May
The Last Taboo: Gabriel Weston and Kate Manning
How much have our attitudes to abortion moved on in the last century, and what is literature's role in the debate? We hear from two novelists who address this subject in their work. Kate Manning is the author of My Notorious Life by Madame X, a novel based on the true story of an infamous midwife in New York at the…
Royal Festival Hall, London SE1
Mon 27 May
Level 5 Function Room
£8 Booking: £1.75 (Members £0.00) (£50) / 0844 875 0073
- 18:30
Modern Edinburgh Film School
Modern Edinburgh Film School is a temporary, participatory film school curated by visual artist Alex Hetherington in association with Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, giving an ongoing series of talks, lectures and screenings in various venues across Edinburgh.
Inspace, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 650 2750
Featuring screenings of Beau Travail and short film ISLAND, and an essay by Hannah McGill read live by artist Catherine Street.
- 20:00
Talk: Colin Wiggins on the work of Ana Maria Pacheco
Colin Wiggins, Head of Education at The National Gallery in London, will give an introduction to the work, themes and concerns of Ana Maria Pacheco.
St Albert's Catholic Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
Mon 12 Aug
Free / 0131 650 0900
Part of Edinburgh Art Festival.
- 19:00 – 21:00
A 15th Century Artist Predicts 21st Century Radiology
Peter Abrahams, Professor of Clinical Anatomy at Warwick University, explores the value of Leonardo’s anatomical drawings as a tool for understanding the human body, and how closely the artist anticipated the range of imagery used by the medical profession today.
The Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh
Mon 19 Aug
£10 (£8) / 0131 473 2000
2013 Shelley Lecture: Is Literature Good for Us?
Rebecca Goldstein ponders the conflict between literature and moral philosophy and whether or not literature is more adept at engendering moral advances than dear old Plato might have imagined.
Saïd Business School, Oxford
Wed 5 Jun
Nelson Mandela Auditorium
£12 (Students and members £7) / 01865 288800
- 19:00 – 20:30
AC Grayling: The God Argument
One of Britain's leading intellectuals, AC Grayling makes his case against Religion and for Humanism. He gives a talk which asks, what is the alternative to religion as a view of the world and a foundation for morality? Is there a world-view and a code of life for thoughtful people who wish to live with intellectual…
Queen Elizabeth Hall, London SE1
Mon 27 May
£10–£12 Booking: £1.75 (Members £0.00) (£50) / 0844 875 0073
- 19:45
Antonia Fraser in Conversation
The historian and writer discusses her classic autobiography of Mary, Queen of Scots, published more than 40 years ago.
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Fri 23 Aug
£8 (£6) / 0300 123 6789
The Art of Freelancing
Four established freelancers talk about the tricks of the trade and explain how to find clients, how to create a great online presence and how to manage your taxes effectively.
The Skiff, Brighton
Thu 30 May
£7.50 (Students £5) / 07984 185838
Art, Science and Performance
Leonardo is celebrated as both an inspired artist and anatomist. This special event considers how contemporary artists, performers and scientists are informed by each other’s work in their exploration of the human body. Part of the Clod Ensemble’s Performing Medicine programme in collaboration with Wellcome Trust.
The Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh
Fri 23 Aug
£15 (£12) / 0131 473 2000





