RESCHEDULED from March 6 – Hazel Gresham: The Other Rosie the Riveter

Commemorating the 70th year since the end of World War II, actress Rhonda Robinson will bring to life the stories of the African American and women workers at Baltimore’s Martin Aircraft Company. The story focuses on Hazel Gresham, a real life “Rosie the Riveter” who worked at Martin’s Canton factory in its Colored Division. Historical documents, photos, and the performance of songs help shed light on this fascinating piece of Baltimore’s industrial and social history.

This performance is based on Robinson’s work portraying Hazel Gresham at the Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum for the past four years at special events. Robinson attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City; in addition to acting in the Baltimore region, she is a professional jazz vocalist and flutist. She is the musical director and featured vocalist for Jazz Vespers at Holy Comforter Church and is a member of the Baltimore Jazz Alliance's “Jazz for Kids” Quintet.