road show

noun

1
: a theatrical performance given by a troupe on tour
2
: a special engagement of a new motion picture usually at increased prices
3
: a promotional presentation or meeting conducted in a series of locations

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Editor’s picks Could this template — legendary bands with nothing even close to an original member in the lineup — portend the future of classic-rock road shows? David Browne, Rolling Stone, 15 Dec. 2024 And for this feat of transforming what has become a stock and road show wheelhorse into 104 minutes of rollicking celluloid fun, the impresarios of Gower Street can begin drinking champagne from the dainty slipper of Judy Holliday. Thr Staff, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Dec. 2024 Their investor conferences and road shows could be worth hundreds of new investor touchpoints every year. Cody Slach, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 The road show has the official billing of Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas, reflecting the fame that lap steel and dobro player Douglas carries on his own. Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for road show 

Word History

First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of road show was in 1874

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“Road show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/road%20show. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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