Word: World Premiere
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A "world premiere" is the very first public performance of a new play, movie, musical, or other artistic work anywhere in the world. This means that it is the first time that the audience gets to see or hear it.
Usage Instructions:
Use "world premiere" when talking about theatrical productions, films, concerts, or art exhibitions.
It is often used in the context of entertainment and art to highlight the significance of the first showing.
Example:
"The world premiere of the new musical will take place next month in New York City."
"After years of preparation, the film finally had its world premiere at the famous film festival."
Advanced Usage:
In press releases or promotional materials for events, you might see "world premiere" used to attract attention and emphasize the exclusivity of an event.
For instance, "Join us for the world premiere of the latest superhero film, featuring an all-star cast!"
Word Variants:
Premiere (noun): Often used alone, it refers to the first showing of a film or play but does not specify that it is the first in the world.
Premiere (verb): To premiere something means to show it for the first time (e.g., "The show will premiere next week").
Different Meanings:
Synonyms:
First showing
First performance
Debut
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
While there are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "world premiere," you might find phrases like: - "Make a splash" (to gain a lot of attention or success, similar to the excitement of a premiere). - "Debutante" (someone making their debut in society, similar to how an artist might debut their work).