Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Music (2018): did not establish sufficient evidence to meet the required
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to meet the required criteria. The submitted awards lacked evidence of national or international significance, and the documentation for performances did not establish that the beneficiary played a lead/starring role in productions or for organizations with a distinguished reputation. Additionally, published materials did not demonstrate national or international recognition in major media.
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Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation National Or International Recognition For Achievements Via Critical Reviews Or Other Published Materials Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations And Establishments With A Distinguished Reputation
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