Cryptic crossword clue
Information document supports keeping performers happy at the outset 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word FACTSHEET

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The straight part
We know that "Information document" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case information document = factsheet.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does FACTSHEET mean?

FACTSHEET noun
  1. A printed presentation of data that shows the most important or relevant facts in a simple, easy-to-read manner

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