opening night

noun

1. the first performance of a theatrical attraction, taking place in the evening.

   The audience was full of celebrities on opening night.

Word History and Origins

Origin of opening night¹

First recorded in 1805–15

Example Sentences

But on the play’s opening night, he’s a sensation.

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But on the Italians’ opening night, the torrents of rain short-circuited TV monitors and panelists struggled to give their presentations.

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Doja Cat has responded to comments from fans criticising the opening night of her new tour for her latest album.

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These include the league's opening night exclusive and its Home Run Derby, where players compete to hit the most home runs.

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One year Francis was out of town and couldn’t attend the opening night of the San Francisco Film Festival.

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