The Collaborative International Dictionary
Top billing \Top" bil*ling\, n. the most prominent place in an advertisement or program for a theatrical performance, movie, fundraising affair, etc.; the place where the star's name usually is located.
WordNet
n. the advertisement of a star's name at the top of a theatrical poster
Wikipedia
Top Billing may refer to:
- Top Billing (TV show), a South African TV series
- Top Billing (magazine), a monthly magazine in South Africa
- Billing (filmmaking), the order and priority of performing arts credits
Top Billing is a South African lifestyle television programme that airs on SABC3 on Thursday evenings from 20:30 - 21:30 and repeats on Sunday at 12:00. It was founded by Basetsana Kumalo and Patience Stevens, who own the Tswelopele Production company. The show is the longest-running lifestyle programme in South Africa, broadcasting since 1996. In addition to a variety of presenters, there is a voice-over guide throughout the programme. A magazine of the same name was launched in March 2004, containing similar content to the show.
In March 2004, the South African television show Top Billing announced that it would launch a magazine version of the lifestyle programme. In June 2004, Top Billing magazine was being sold nationwide for R19.95. The Top Billing magazine contains celebrity interviews, behind-the-scenes previews, fashion, food, travel and entertainment news of local and international status.