In 1943, stage revues flourished in Manila as major theaters formed their own entertainment companies. The Roque Stage Revue, led by the Roque family and directed by Carlos Vander Tolosa, became a prominent fixture at the Lyric until its closure due to wartime bombing. Other theaters such as the Palace, Strand (later renamed Premiere), Capitol, State, and Cine Star hosted various revue groups featuring well-known performers and directors, including Lou Salvador, Fernando Poe, and Jose Dayrit. Nearly all major theaters maintained regular stage shows, with top film stars also appearing live. With no competing forms of entertainment, these revue companies drew full-house audiences and rapidly multiplied throughout the occupation period.
(The Tribune, January 9, 1943)
(The Tribune, January 10, 1943)
(The Tribune, January 16, 1943)
(The Tribune, January 28, 1943)
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