a concert by one of the world's 'premier' [='leading'] pianists
The movie 'was premiered' at a film festival.
The movie/play 'premieres' next week.
(..) Of course. Brilliant race. I've never seen a race that close. Yes, Your Highness. My grandfather, Jack Kelly, was one of the premier rowers of his day. I've been coming to Henley for years and I'd never seen a race that close. Have you? Have you seen a race that close? No, Your Highness. (..)2010 The Social Network