Tonight, Talks & lectures

The mountainous Abruzzo region has less than half the vineyard land of Tuscany, and yet it produces nearly twice as much wine, thanks to the dry Adriatic breezes that blow in from the East. The most famous wine of the region is Montepulciano, but here's a chance to try some others.

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).

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.

Improve your Mandarin Chinese conversation in a small group with an experienced tutor.

Banknote designer and collector Iain Harrison talks about the designs that have graced Scotland's money, including the £5 note featuring Jack Nicklaus, the most successful of all commemorative banknotes.

A look at how one's approach to relationships reflect oneself, followed up by a meditation session.

Mikhail Bulgakov's fiercely satirical fantasy The Master and Margarita is widely considered to be one of the best novels of the 20th century. It was written in secret during the darkest days of Stalin's regime. The book remained unpublished in its author's home country for over 30 years. Level 3 Function Room at Royal…

Rattle Tales returns to Brighton Fringe after a sell-out show last year. We’re looking forward to hearing tales from a selection of writers and, as ever, anything goes. Funny, sad, peculiar, there's no restrictions on stories or the audience discussion afterwards. Brighton’s only interactive short story night is a unique…

Improve your Russian conversation in a small group with an experienced tutor.

An interactive multi-media spoof tutorial, with Theoretical Zombiologist Doctor Austin, teaching you how to survive a hypothetical Zombieism outbreak using science. Supported by Wellcome Trust and University of Glasgow. “Superbly entertaining… Doctor Austin is quirky and engaging, a delicate mixture of innocence and…