EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR052005_20B2203
AwardsMetExhibitionsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Theatrical performer and artist claimed extraordinary ability in arts. Met awards criterion through Honored Artist of Russian Federation title but failed membership, published material, and exhibitions criteria. AAO found only one criterion met when three required; dismissed for insufficient evidence of sustained national acclaim.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Awards · Honored Artist of Russian Federation title adequately supported by independent evidence.
What was missing
- Exhibitions · Local theatrical productions and performances do not demonstrate national acclaim.
- Membership · No evidence association membership required outstanding achievement as essential condition.
- Published material · Reviews limited to local newspapers; insufficient to demonstrate sustained national acclaim.
- Final merits · Evidence shows promise but lacks sustained national or international acclaim at top level.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Met | Honored Artist of Russian Federation title adequately supported by independent evidence. |
 Exhibitions | Not met | Local theatrical productions and performances do not demonstrate national acclaim. |
 Membership | Not met | No evidence association membership required outstanding achievement as essential condition. |
 Published material | Not met | Reviews limited to local newspapers; insufficient to demonstrate sustained national acclaim. |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence shows promise but lacks sustained national or international acclaim at top level. |
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