Ken Dodd talks about bringing his Happiness Show to Cheshire and Wirral

Dec 10 2009 by Will Harris, Runcorn and Widnes Weekly News

TRY asking Ken Dodd a question and see if you get a straight answer.

The legendary comedian, who is celebrating 55 years in showbusiness, is back in Warrington to have what he says is one of his favourite audiences rolling in the aisles.

When asked about his notoriety for long shows – he balks at the question.

“Notorious? I think much-loved is the phrase you’re after young man!”

And he has a point.

Four hours is a long time to be sat in a theatre seat, but as he says: “It shouldn’t seem like a long time. It’s just one big party.”

Dodd, now in his 80s, is gifted with the endurance of a Duracell bunny.

As far as comedic history goes, Dodd has a pedigree second to none.

He has grown up watching and working with the likes of Arthur Askey, Ted Ray, Morecambe and Wise and Tommy Cooper.

“Now they were real comedians,” he says.

And with him still at the top of his form, you wouldn’t bet against it.

Ken Dodd brings his Happiness Show to Parr Hall, Palmyra Square, in Warrington at 7.30pm tonight (Thursday). Tickets £17.50. Ring 01925 442345 or visit www.pyramidparrhall.com.