A Bit About Me
MY STORY
Hello, I am an independent writer interested in writing about cultural and social events happening in the Chicago area and in the world. My brand "Articles by Natalia Dagenhart" has existed since November 2013. I post my articles on DailyHerald.com, Patch.com, in my Blog section, and some other media sources. I have experience contributing my articles to Chicago Tribune. Writing comes naturally to me. Each story I treat individually and believe that a writer has to be honest, objective and sincere. I love writing and can't imagine my life without it. Let me write for you. Tell me what you want me to write about, and I will find the best way to present your story.
On Sunday, October 28, 2018 in recognition of writing about cultural and social events in the Chicago area I received the Journalist of the Year 2018 Award from Congressman Danny K. Davis.
From March 2017 to February 2020, I was contributing my articles to Lyric Opera of Chicago. Magda Krance, who was Director of Media Relations at Lyric Opera of Chicago at that time, helped me to improve my writing skills and learn more about writing reviews of opera productions. Magda, who is retired now, was an accomplished Media Relations Director with more than 29 years of experience working in the performing arts industry and more than 12 years of experience working as freelance and full-time journalist. I learned a lot from Magda and really appreciate her time and support.
On November 11, 2023 my brand Articles by Natalia Dagenhart celebrated its 10th anniversary. I am so happy that the representatives of many cultural and educational organizations from the Chicago area and creative individuals really appreciate my work! Listen to what they had to say right before the 10th anniversary of my brand Articles by Natalia Dagenhart. The first article was posted on the websites of Chicago Tribune and Patch on November 11, 2013. Please, watch my video called "A Decade of Inspiration: 10th Anniversary of Articles by Natalia Dagenhart" and thank you for attention!
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My ideology
I’ve always been passionate about storytelling and impressed by the influence it has on people and the decisions they make in life. I love engaging with the projects I work on, diving headfirst into the research, investigation, and production of stories I feel are worth writing about. I am a curious and proactive writer, interested in preserving the foundations set by classical literature by adapting them to modern themes and trends. Please, read my articles in my Blog section. Thank you for sharing!
In 2006, I assisted the producers of the television show “Aspiring Women” on Total Living Network, Chicago's own Christian television station. The episode to which I contributed the most, “No Place to Call Home”, won an Emmy award in 2007. I also have experience working as a television journalist.
REVIEWS
Dear Natalia! Oh My Gosh! Your article is spectacular! Michael is thrilled at your deep insight and prolific writing. Michael says you really did your homework and you are obviously someone who loves their job. We don't know how to thank you except to share your article with our world! You hit it right on the head! We cannot thank you enough! "One of the best articles I have read on MC in the 18 years as publicist"!!! I will use this on the website, FB, and probably even put it in Michael's press kit as a show review! You are so very talented and we, once again, are so grateful from the bottoms of our heart!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Kindest Regards,
Jane Rogers
Publicist for Michael Charles
Natalia Dagenhart is a passionate writer who has been covering the arts in the western suburbs and beyond
for a number of years. She is knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and adept and giving insight into what the audience
will experience or, in the case of her concert reviews, what they saw and heard.
We have enjoyed working with Natalia!
Jim Hirsch
Chief Executive Officer at Chicago Sinfonietta
Get In Touch
One of the greatest perks of my job is getting feedback and interacting with readers. Contact me if you’ve got any comments or questions for me, I’d love to hear from you.
331-262-8273
