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15 Unusual US Government Grants You Won’t Believe Exist

Theatrical Cacti: Plant Performance Art


Cactus Curtain Call
In 2016, the National Endowment for the Arts awarded $10,000 to an Arizona theater for a unique production featuring cacti. This grant aimed to create an immersive experience, allowing audiences to connect with these unusual and spiky performers in a way that highlights their beauty and resilience. The project intended to blend art and nature, offering a fresh perspective on both.

Prickly Performances
This unusual grant funded a unique form of art that brought flora to the stage, blending botany with theater. While it might sound like a prickly proposition, the project aimed to foster a deeper appreciation for plant life through creative expression. It’s a show where the plants take center stage, quite literally!

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