| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| BUTTERFLIES | First-night nerves | |
| STAGEFRIGHT | First night nerves | |
| STAGE FRIGHT | First night nerves (5,6) | |
| OPENING | First night in space | |
| PREMIERE | First night of play | |
| PREVIEW | Performance before the official first night | |
| NYLON | Stocking material only torn on first night | |