Breakdown
Also called casting breakdown
A breakdown is the description of a role, and the type of performer wanted, that casting sends to agents and posts for actors to see.
Agents and actors use it to decide who to put forward.
In use
I've seen the breakdown and she would be right for the lead.
Last updated 4 Oct 2026
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