Chaff Chaffinch was born at 23.55 on December 31st 1999 and his 100th birthday is approaching.

A stylite and chronicler of his family’s history – Chaff plunges headlong into the horrors and absurdities of the 21st century.

The Noise Abatement Society has grabbed power in Europe.

The Italians - incapable of being quiet - have had noise inhibitors fitted, with terrifying results.

Starring Donald Pleasence.

Futuristic comedy written by Steve Walker

Chaff Chaffinch …. Donald Pleasance
Signora Blatta …. Marcella Riordan
Tuna …. Rachel Atkins
Bass …. Malcolm Ward
Nobby … Nicholas Boulton
Mario … Peter Kenny
Cod … David Jarvis
Old Waiter … Gareth Armstrong
Merluzza … Oona Beeson
Sandro … Robert Patterson
Rotenschwein … Peter Whitman

Music arranged and performed by Neil Brand.

Theme sung by Peter Kenny and Nicholas Boulton.

Director: Eoin O'Callaghan

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 1994. Show less