road show

noun

a show on tour (Freq. 1)

• Hypernyms: ↑show

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I. noun

1. : a theatrical performance given by a troupe on tour

2. : a special engagement of a new motion picture usually at advanced prices

II. noun

: a promotional presentation or meeting conducted in a series of locations

put on huge road shows to drum up investor interest — Gretchen Morgenson et al

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1. a show, as a play or musical comedy, performed by a touring group of actors.

2. an important motion picture, usually presented only twice daily on a reserved-seat basis and at increased prices.

3. any traveling exhibit, as one promoting a company's products or a government program.

4. Informal. any group traveling about the country for a specific purpose, as a political candidate together with his or her entourage.

Also, roadshow.

[1905-10, Amer.]

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road show,

a traveling theatrical show: »

He reached the movies by way of theatrical stock companies and road shows (Newsweek).

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(also roadshow) n. a touring show of performers, esp. pop musicians

■ a touring political or promotional campaign

■ a radio or television program broadcast on location, esp. each of a series done from different venues

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noun, pl ⋯ shows [count]

: a group of people who travel to different places to entertain people or to advertise something