‘Dogger, Fisher, German Bight’: As the shipping forecast embarks upon its second century, Charlie Connelly brings the iconic broadcast vividly to life in this hilarious and moving one-man show.
Come and explore the broadcast’s remarkable history, unlock its beguiling mysteries, immerse yourself in its extraordinary wider cultural impact and hear rip-roaring stories of Charlie’s own adventures among the sea areas. How did a weather forecast for ships capture the hearts of a nation, from salty old sea dog to insomniac landlubber? How is it possible for ‘rain later’ to be ‘good’? And where the hell is North Utsire?
Attention All Shipping answers all these and more, guaranteeing that the forecast will never sound the same again.
