| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Winner has funny thing at start of run (5,5) | ||
| Opening of a new show (5,5) | ||
| When play opens see trees close together across edge of curtain | The Guardian Cryptic | 05 Apr 2024 |
| When play opens see trees close together across edge of curtain (5,5) | ||
| Initial performance on Broadway, say | Premier Sunday | 28 May 2023 |
| New Year's Eve celebration (and SEE TITLE) | Newsday | 08 Apr 2022 |
| Broadway event | ||
| December 31 celebration | ||
| Broadway event | ||
| Theatrical event. |