Ken Murray's Blackouts was the longest running variety revue in the history of American theater. The "Blackouts" first opened at the El Capitan Theater (now the Avalon) on Vine Street in 1942. Murray spent months assembling a line up of personalities and acts including comedienne Marie Wilson; dancers the Nicholas Brothers; singer Connie Russell; and impersonator Roy Davis; patterning the show in a vaudeville format. Listing is for the souvenir program from the 1948 season featuring a saucy Earl Moran Little Red Riding-Hood style pin-up and packed with bios and photos of all performers.