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This article is about the television program. For the radio program of the same name, see The Gay Nineties Revue (radio program).
The Gay Nineties Revue
Presented byJoseph E. Howard
Country of originUnited States
Production
Running time30 minutes
Original release
NetworkABC
ReleaseAugust 11, 1948 –
1949

The Gay Nineties Revue was an American variety series that aired live on ABC Television from August 11, 1948 to mid-1949 on Wednesdays at 8pm ET. The host was songwriter Joseph E. Howard, who was reportedly age 71 at the time he hosted the show.

Production background

Howard was a popular songwriter and singer, who later had a successful career capitalizing on the nostalgia many had for the "Gay 90's". The series was a hit on radio, before premiering on television.

Preservation status

At least one episode of this show survives, which can be viewed online at the Internet Archive.

See also

References

  • Alex McNeil, Total Television, (New York: Penguin Books, fourth edition, 1980) ISBN 0-14-024916-8
  • Tim Brooks and Earle Marsh, The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network TV Shows, (New York: Ballantine Books, third edition, 1964) ISBN 0-345-31864-1
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