noun
cast and crew; production team; lineup of people involved
Refers to the group of people assembled for a theatrical production, show, or similar project. Can also be used figuratively for the team behind a business venture or event.
今回の舞台は座組がとても豪華だ。
The cast and crew for this stage production are really impressive.
新しいプロジェクトの座組がようやく決まった。
The team for the new project has finally been decided.
キャスト refers specifically to the actors, while 座組 includes the entire production team.
スタッフ refers to the support staff, whereas 座組 encompasses both cast and staff as a collective.
Compound of 座 (za, 'theater troupe' or 'sitting group') and 組 (kumi, 'group' or 'team'). The reading ざぐみ is a rendaku form of くみ.