This weekend, Talks & lectures

Learn more about pond life at this family event.

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).

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).

The Philadelphia Enquirer said 'some musicians express their deepest thoughts through playing. Others have a gift for beautifully articulating in words what they do and why they do it. Both qualities happen to reside in pianist Jonathan Biss'. One of the finest pianists of his generation and one of the first ever…

Nature writer and Guardian columnist Derek Niemann tells the story of four prisoners of war who became major figures in post-war wildlife conservation, including George Waterston, founder of (among other things) Loch Leven Nature Reserve itself. Booking is essential.

Take in the national Museums at Night event with this nighttime stroll around Dunbar, where you'll learn more about the history built up all around you. Bring along a torch! Booking is essential.

Course designed for those with some experience of drawing and painting, combining practical work with study of artists and art movements directly related to your work. Taught by Peter Wilson. Prices includes all materials. Ages 18+.

David Rabone leads this session in Light Grids, which is a technique designed to help people achieve goals using positive thinking.

Whether you are preparing for Edinburgh or performing in Brighton, our expert panel is here to help you kick-start your media and marketing campaign and get your show noticed. The discussion will be followed by informal networking and a chance to ask questions on an individual basis. Presented by the Edinburgh Festival…