An overture in musical theater serves as the musical prelude, setting the tone and mood for the story ahead. the overture introduces the lively atmosphere OF the town LLANWELLY AND the key themes of love and conflict. It begins with energetic melodies that capture the excitement of the main character's arrival in town and his budding romance with the main female lead. However, it also introduces a darker, more ominous theme, hinting at the looming conflict with the constable and the mysterious presence of the wolfman. The overture encapsulates the essence of the story, inviting the audience into a world of love, rivalry, and impending danger.