Comedy Show Terms

noun a performer or act that receives top billing or is the main attraction in a show or event

• The headliner for the music festival was a well-known pop star.
• Did you hear that the headliner for the concert is going to be a famous band?
• The headliner at the show last night totally rocked the house!
• In the world of fashion, the designer's latest collection was the headliner of the season.

noun A segment at the beginning of a television show or movie that precedes the opening credits and sets up the main story or theme.

• The show's cold open set the tone for the entire episode.
• Did you catch that cold open? It was intense!
• The cold open was lit, I couldn't believe what happened!
• The cold open was like a punch in the gut, it really grabbed my attention.