sustained EB-1A Case: Arts
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Decision Summary
The Director initially found the petitioner, an actress and playwright, met only two criteria. The AAO sustained the appeal because it found she met a third criterion: performing in a leading role for an organization with a distinguished reputation. In the final merits determination, the AAO concluded that the totality of the evidence, including major media coverage, performances at a juried international festival, and roles in major productions, demonstrated sustained national or international acclaim.
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