What does the cryptic crossword clue "Entertainer, i.e. star, lead in theatre performing? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Entertainer,". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of IE STAR T = ARTISTE; definition: "Entertainer," The answer is ARTISTE.

Entertainer, i.e. star, lead in theatre performing? (7)

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