Unexpectedly, the show "Variety" became one of the first British theatrical casualties of World War II and part of the mystery surrounding "what really happened at the BBC on 1 September 1939?" That year, Hall became a featured vocalist with Joe Loss & His Band and from 1939 to 1941, Hall headlined the popular BBC Radio variety show "Piccadixie". She also toured the UK extensively during these years, headlining the "Piccadixie British Tour", supported by comedian Oliver Wakefield and pianist George Elrick.