It's Only The Overture

By Overture Arts

Ever wonder what it’s like to start a professional theatre company from scratch? Good news! Overture Arts, a brand spankin’ new nonprofit theatre company, has just arrived on the NY theatre scene, and... more

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July 11, 2024 That's A Wrap!
Welcome to Episode 7, It's Only The Overture's Season 1 finale! Huzzah!
Theresa and the Burgi are back to talk about The Wrap Party, The Perfect Cabaret, what was learned during this soft launch season, and what we can expect from Overture Arts next season! Make sure to listen to find out how to get involved in Overture Arts' first theatrical season.
Thank you so much for listening to the first season of our podcast. We will be back in September. Until then…be there, just ask, and send us your sandwich recipes!

Theme song by Ian Hendrickson-Smith.

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1h 11min
June 11, 2024 The One Where Theresa Loses Her Mind Two Times
We’re back! We missed you last month! In this episode, Theresa and The Burgi discuss THE PIVOT, and Theresa loses her mind. Twice. It's Bryelle’s fault.
What do you do when the theatre gods throw a wrench in your production plans? You pivot! There have been some major changes since Episode 4 and we are so excited to share them with you. Tune in to hear what happened, what’s changed, and what’s coming! Spoiler- there’s an incredible party and performance on the horizon. Tune in for the details!

Visit our website or click HERE to purchase tickets to the Wrap Party!

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As promised - click HERE for Stephanie J. Block belting "Get Out And Stay Out".
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54min
May 11, 2024 Time to Pivot
The Burgi give a brief update on what's happening behind the scenes. We will be back on June 11th with Episode 5!

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In the Westchester, NY area? Come support some of our local high school theatre programs at Pedro's Open Mic Night TONIGHT - featuring live performances from this year's high school seasons! Tickets available HERE!

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4min
April 11, 2024 Soapboxes
Welcome to episode 4! We’re gonna keep this blurb short and sweet because this episode is full of surprises. No spoilers…but Theresa and The Burgi talk a lot about theatre education in this episode!
This episode was recorded virtually for the first time for some hilarious reasons- you’ll have to listen to find out why. AND this episode features TWO exciting announcements!
Tune in to hear a company announcement AND to find out what this season’s charity benefit musical will be!
You’ll also learn about getting the rights to do a musical, why this season’s show and charity were chosen, and why Tammy and Bryelle are so passionate about this charity in particular (see theatre education hint above!). There are also appearances by some VERY special guests!
A special thank you to Jen, Sabrina, Konnor, Stephanie, Mari, and Cameron!
Check out our charity of choice: Educational Theatre Foundation!
In the Westchester, NY area? Come support some of our local high school theatre programs at Pedro's Open Mic Night on May 11th - featuring live performances from this year's high school seasons! Tickets available HERE!
Want to share your sandwich recipe? You can do so ⁠HERE⁠!
Visit our ⁠website⁠!
Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠!
Like us on ⁠Facebook⁠!
Theme song by Ian Hendrickson-Smith
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1h 17min
March 11, 2024 Our First Fundraiser
Welcome to Episode 3! The Burgi are back to talk to your host Theresa Burns about the incredibly successful Friendraiser that took place on February 3! As promised, we do not shy away from talking about money!
Tune in to hear how Overture Arts Theatre Co. pulled off its first annual fundraiser event. We talk about planning, how to get items donated, what went well, what went wrong, and the most intense game of hot potato the world has ever seen. Wanna know how much money was raised? Give this episode a listen!
Thank you to all of our donors!
Mint Premium FoodsTarry TavernFrank’s CucinaCapri Pizza & PastaArchbishop Stepinac High SchoolSkinchantedKhotThe Pottery FactoryThe Cabin RestuarantOne Twenty OneLook Dine-In CinemasScentsyLegoland Discovery CenterWhite Garden DesignsCasaletto RistoranteMario’s Pizza & RestaurantMoxie Salon & Beauty BarBedford PlayhouseJohn & Jill MaloneHaro Liquors and Bottle ShopPete’s SaloonJ Sports AcademyTammy FenderBuff City SoapThe HamletBear Mountain Strength and FitnessSensational StylesHollow Brook Golf ClubMount Kisco Wine & SpiritsSundance Kitchen & CantinaSky ZoneVenuti’s Delicatessen
Want to share your sandwich recipe? You can do so HERE!
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1h 29min
February 11, 2024 Meet The Company
Welcome to episode 2 of “It’s Only the Overture”! The Burgi are back with your host Theresa Burns.
In this episode, Tammy, Bryelle, and Theresa talk more in depth about Overture Arts; discussing mission statements (gulp), the rest of the soft launch, season 1 plans, their artist initiative: Overture Art(sit)s, and most importantly…SANDWICHES. Tune in to learn the sandwich lore and more!

Check out our sponsors! And tell them Overture Arts sent you!
www.unclecheef.com
www.wheelsupny.com
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1h 8min
January 11, 2024 Meet The Founders
It’s our first episode!!! Welcome to It’s Only the Overture! In this episode, your host Theresa Burns interviews the founders of the new theatre company Overture Arts: powerhouse mother daughter Bryelle and Tammy Burgus. The Burgi, if you will.
In this episode, we cover the very first steps you need to take to start a theatre company. We also talk about Tammy and Bryelle’s theatre origin stories and theatre careers thus far, how and why Overture Arts was founded, the obstacles already encountered, and what’s been achieved. Tune in to get to know these fabulous founders!
Visit our website!
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Books discussed:
The Little Book of Boards, The Little Book of Nonprofit Leadership, and The Little Book of Gold: Fundraising for Small (and Very Small) Non-Profits by Erik Hanberg
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1h 27min
December 11, 2023 "It's Only The Overture" Teaser
Ever wonder what it’s like to start a professional theatre company from scratch? Good news! Overture Arts, a brand spankin’ new nonprofit theatre company, has just arrived on the NY theatre scene, and this podcast, the first of its kind, is bringing you along for the ride! In real time! With your host, Theresa Burns!
Tune in to hear firsthand accounts of getting the company on its feet - following the founders, Tammy and Bryelle, as they navigate the development of their theatre company and chat with some of their favorite collaborators.
Buckle up, y’all, the soft launch is here!
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4min

FAQs about It's Only The Overture:

How many episodes does It's Only The Overture have?

The podcast currently has 8 episodes available.