Phoenix Finale

[starmack]

Any help appreciated.

5 letters. Father backs group of nations presenting a show consisting of various light entertainment acts.
R???E. Is it revue?

5 & 4 letters. Woo stupid person, the basis for just one of the two in the pack
COURT and ?O?L. Is it Foil?

[klazomaniac]

(1) Yes Father = REV(erend) + EU (group of nations [reversed])

(2) Court Fool (woo= court + Fool = stupid person) A court fool is a Joker [ jester] there are two in a standard pack of playing cards.

[starmack]

Thanks.

[klazomaniac]

You're welcome starmack :-)