castdokument

Castdokument (German for “cast document”) refers to a production record used in film, television, and theatre to list the performers associated with a project and to summarize the information needed to manage casting and related logistics. The document serves as a reference for producers, directors, casting directors, agents, and crew.

Typical contents include the actor’s name, role, credited name, contact details for the agent or management, availability or shooting and rehearsal schedules, union status, and emergency contact. It may also include notes on understudies, character descriptions, and links to headshots or audition records. Some versions include compensation or contract references and privacy notes.

Creation and maintenance: The castdokument is usually prepared by or in coordination with the casting director, then updated as casting decisions are finalized or change. It is frequently distributed to key stakeholders and integrated with other production documents such as call sheets, script breakdowns, and payroll records.

Formats and usage: In theatre, it often appears as a one-page cast sheet, sometimes shared with stage management. In screen productions, it may be part of the production dossier or stored in digital management systems; modern workflows often use production software. Privacy and data protection considerations govern the handling of personal information.

Relationship to other documents: The castdokument complements a cast list or call sheet and can be distinguished from legal documents such as actor contracts or public-facing announcements. It remains a practical tool for organizing a production’s human resources.