Performerscontext

Performerscontext is a data construct used in media catalogs, rights management systems, and performance-oriented applications to capture contextual information about individuals who perform in a work or event. It acts as a structured metadata layer that links a performer to a specific work, scene, track, or performance and records the circumstances of their involvement.

A typical performerscontext record includes identity attributes (performerId, stageName, realName, nationality) and contribution details (role, creditOrder, function, acts performed, instruments, languages). It also stores contextual data about the performance, such as performanceDate, venue or location, and group or affiliation. Administrative and rights-related fields may include rightsStatus, licensing, consent, and provenance information, as well as source and timestamps for data lineage.

This structure enables workflows such as searching and filtering by performer or role, generating credits lists, managing usage rights, and performing analytics on performer involvement across works. It is commonly linked to a broader metadata model for works or assets, with relationships to cast or performer records, contracts, and venue data.

Examples include a film database where performerscontext connects cast members to their characters and screen time, or a live music catalog where performerscontext ties musicians to tracks, sets, and instrumentation.

Privacy and governance considerations include data minimization, consent management, and compliance with applicable privacy laws, especially for real names and personal attributes.

See also: credits metadata, cast metadata, performer records, provenance, rights management.