Philadelphia teenager Edna Buxton wins a talent contest during the early rock 'n' roll era, changes her name to Denise Waverly and moves to New York City to make it big. Though she flops as a recording artist, fast-talking record producer Joel Millner recognizes her songwriting talent and teams her with struggling songsmith Howard Caszatt.

Denise Waverly / Edna Buxton

Jay Phillips

Howard Cazsatt

John Murray

Cheryl Steed

Dr. "Jonesy" Jones

Mrs. Buxton

Joel Millner

M.C. at Talent Show

Audition Record Producer

Betty

Waitress in Diner
September 13, 1996

Denise Waverly / Edna Buxton

Jay Phillips

Howard Cazsatt

John Murray

Cheryl Steed

Dr. "Jonesy" Jones

Mrs. Buxton

Joel Millner

M.C. at Talent Show

Audition Record Producer

Betty

Waitress in Diner

