Answer:

opened

Answer	Crossword Clue
OPENED	Kicked things off
OPENED	Led the way
OPENED	No longer under wraps?

OPENED	Went on first
OPENED	No longer shrink-wrapped
OPENED	Was on first
OPENED	Had a first night in a theater
OPENED	Bid first
OPENED	Laid down the first card
OPENED	Played first
OPENED	Warmed up the crowd (for)

OPENED	Made the first bid
OPENED	Spread out
OPENED	Responded to a dentist's request
OPENED	Broached
OPENED	Performed prior to the main act
OPENED	Unlocked
OPENED	Blossomed forth
OPENED	In full bloom

OPENED	Kicked off
OPENED	Warmed up the crowd
OPENED	Began
OPENED	Spread