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Owen ' s influence extends far beyond his archival work. He has mentored more than 50 interns, some of whom have gone on to lead arts organizations and shape the field in profound ways, including Ailina Fisk, archivist for the New York City Ballet, and Hallie Chametzky, archives and preservation specialist for Dance / USA. Owen feels his greatest impact on aspiring archivists has been inspiring possibility. He explains,“ We built our resources one step at a time over many years, so none of this happened overnight. It can be inspirational for anyone to see what ' s available here and imagine what might be possible elsewhere. I take great satisfaction in knowing that we have been a model for others.” His encyclopedic knowledge spans choreographers, historical performances, and archival best practices. " He is an artist himself," Tatge emphasizes. " That gives him a unique perspective on what it takes to sustain a life in dance. His work is fueled by a sense of wonder, humility, and an incredible intellectual curiosity.” Owen ' s journey is a testament to the power of passion, curiosity, and deep respect for
Owen in 1987, preparing photos for a showing in the Bakalar Studio at The Pillow.
artistic legacy. He has shown us that history is not a static collection of memories, but a dynamic, evolving conversation between past and present.
Dance is fleeting, but its spirit is eternal. Through Norton Owen’ s life ' s work, that spirit will continue to dance— forever moving, forever inspiring, forever alive. n
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