Premiere

/prɛˈmɪr/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The first public performance or showing of a play, movie, or other production.

The premiere of the highly anticipated film was attended by many celebrities.

A first release or showing of a creative work.

The theater will host the premiere of the new musical this weekend.

verb

To present a creative work for the first time.

The director plans to premiere his latest documentary at the film festival.

To show or display for the first time.

The artist will premiere her new painting collection at the gallery next month.

From French 'première', meaning 'first'.

world premiere

The first performance of a work anywhere in the world.

red carpet premiere

A lavish public event leading up to the showing, often featuring celebrities.

premiere night

The evening when the premiere takes place.

premier

The head of government in some countries.

premiership

The office or position of a prime minister.

To premiere something

We're going to premiere the new track at the club tonight!

A premiere party

Did you go to the premiere party for that new show?