world premiere
noun
: the first regular performance (as of a theatrical production) anywhere in the world
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The casting was announced today by London’s Stratford East theater, where the new play will have its world premiere from September 3 to October 10.
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Greg Evans,
Deadline,
3 July 2026
The section presents world premiere screenings of restorations completed over the past year by film archives, cultural institutions and production companies from around the world.
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Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2026
Running through July 12 at the Alliance Theatre, this world premiere delivers uplifting tunes and strong performances that allow the story to connect even through some mild imperfections.
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Luke Evans,
AJC.com,
29 June 2026
Both are scheduled to have their world premieres at this year’s Busan festival.
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Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 June 2026
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Greg Evans,
Deadline,
3 July 2026
The section presents world premiere screenings of restorations completed over the past year by film archives, cultural institutions and production companies from around the world.
—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2026
Running through July 12 at the Alliance Theatre, this world premiere delivers uplifting tunes and strong performances that allow the story to connect even through some mild imperfections.
—
Luke Evans,
AJC.com,
29 June 2026
Both are scheduled to have their world premieres at this year’s Busan festival.
—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 June 2026
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“World premiere.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world%20premiere. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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