Premierenfeier

opening night party

noun pre-MYER-en-fy-er Rare

Origin: from French première

Also means

the celebration after a theatre premiere

Usage Note

Premierenfeier is held backstage or at a nearby restaurant after the first performance. Cast, crew, sponsors, and critics mingle — the mood depends heavily on how reviews are expected to turn out.

Examples

"Bei der Premierenfeier wurde ausgelassen gefeiert – das Stück war ein voller Erfolg."

Natural Translation

At the opening night party there was exuberant celebrating – the play was a complete success.

Literal Translation

At the premiere-party was exuberantly celebrated – the piece was a full success.

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