What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tense about performing in the near future (7)" mean?

The definition is "in the near future". The wordplay uses charade, container. TIGHT (synonym of "Tense") + ON (synonym of "performing") [container: "about"]; definition: "in the near future" The answer is TONIGHT.

Tense about performing in the near future (7)

Times Cryptic #28713 | 23 Across | 2023-09-20 flower

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