New York City speakeasy proprietress Texas Guinan appears as a fictionalized version of herself in the film.

It also features early appearances by Lucille Ball, Ann Sothern, and Susan Fleming.

Racketeer Frank Rocci is smitten with Joan Whelan, a dancer at Texas Guinan's famous Broadway night spot.

He uses his influence to help her get a starring role in the show, hoping that it will also get Joan to fall in love with him.

After scoring a hit, Joan accepts Frank's marriage proposal, more out of gratitude than love.