By Jove! It's Ken Dodd!

Ken Dodd is Liverpool's best-loved entertainer and one of Britain's greatest ever comedians. This exhibition will celebrate the life of the comedy legend through the lens of award-winning photographer Stephen Shakeshaft.

Stephen Shakeshaft began his career with the Liverpool Daily Post and Echo in 1962. One of his earliest assignments was to capture the 'Squire of Knotty Ash'. A friendship blossomed and in a career spanning 50 years Ken Dodd became one of his most photographed and favourite subjects. A bond of mutual respect and trust has allowed Shakeshaft to become an intimate observer - to stand in the wings and watch.

Displaying photographs that are poignant, affectionate and amusing, 'By Jove! It’s Ken Dodd!' celebrates Doddy the virtuoso showman and offers a rare and candid glimpse into the backstage world of this comic genius.