The Gay Nineties Revue (radio program)
# The Gay Nineties Revue (radio program)

The Gay Nineties Revue is an American old-time radio musical variety program. It was broadcast on CBS from July 2, 1939, to November 13, 1944. ABC broadcast a television version of the program in 1948–1949.

## Format

The Gay Nineties Revue featured music, comedy, and skits typical of the 1890s based in a nightclub setting. The format was one that was used in American nightclubs, such as Club Royale in Detroit and the Rice Hotel's Empire Room in Houston.

## Personnel

Joe Howard was the program's host, and Frank Lovejoy played Broadway Harry. Soloists included Beatrice Kay, Lillian Leonard, and Genevieve Rowe. Singing groups included the Elm City Four and the Floradora Girls. John Reed King was the announcer, and Ray Bloch led the orchestra. Al Rinker was the producer.

## Spinoffs

The Gay Nineties Revue produced two spin-offs. Gaslight Gayeties ran on NBC from November 11, 1944, to April 28, 1945, and starred Beatrice Kay. The Beatrice Kay Show ran on Mutual from August 14, 1946, to September 4, 1946.

