The grant had been awarded to fund the theateras June 1-7 festival.
The theater had already purchased airline tickets for visiting teachers and students.
The letter said arts organizations could appeal the NEA determination within seven days of the notice.
Of 173 out of 210 nonprofits surveyed in 11 metro Atlanta counties, 40% of arts nonprofits have zero operating reserves.
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