Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curtain-raiser
Noun
/ˈkɜːrtən ˈreɪzər/
Definition
A short play or performance that precedes the main event, often used to entertain the audience before the main feature begins.
Examples
- The local theatre company will present a curtain-raiser before the main play starts.
- As a fun addition, they included a curtain-raiser that was a comedic skit.
Meaning
In theatre, a curtain-raiser serves as an introduction to the main performance, often offering a lighter or different tone.
Synonyms
- Prologue
- Opening act
- Preliminary show
