The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word PRESENTMENT
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The straight part
We know that "theatrical performance?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case theatrical performance? = presentment.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PRESENTMENT mean?
PRESENTMENT noun- A statement made on oath by a jury.
- The notice taken by a grand jury of any offence from their own knowledge or observation, without any bill of indictment laid before them.
- (ecclesiastical law) A formal complaint submitted to a bishop or archdeacon.
- The act of presenting something for acceptance; now specifically, presenting something (e.g. a bill or cheque) for payment.
- An artistic representation; a picture.
- Presentation of a performance, as of a play or work of music.
- The aspect or form in which something presents itself; appearance.
- The official notice (formerly required to be given in court) of the surrender of a copyhold estate.