world premiere
noun
: the first regular performance (as of a theatrical production) anywhere in the world
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While appearing at the Supergirl world premiere in New York City on Monday, June 22, the Superman actor, 32, could be seen protecting his costar, Milly Alcock, from a handsy photographer on the red carpet.
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Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Collectors, journalists, and celebrities from across the globe came together for major launches and world premieres.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 June 2026
Six years in the making, the film now has its world premiere at the Raindance Film Festival.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 23 June 2026
The show held its season 5 world premiere at B&B Theatres Red Oak 12 in Red Oak in March 2025.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026
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Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Collectors, journalists, and celebrities from across the globe came together for major launches and world premieres.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 June 2026
Six years in the making, the film now has its world premiere at the Raindance Film Festival.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 23 June 2026
The show held its season 5 world premiere at B&B Theatres Red Oak 12 in Red Oak in March 2025.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026
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“World premiere.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world%20premiere. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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