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Hazel Rosetta Smith is a journalist, retired former Managing Editor, and Woman’s Editor of the New York Beacon News. Actor/Director/Playwright with a portfolio of five original plays with rave reviews. Founder of HSTM Help Somebody Theatrical Ministries, HRS Speaks! HS Stage Products & Special Events. Studied journalism, writing, and performing arts at Columbia University School of the Arts, African American Ensemble Company, Harlem, Double Image Theatre Company, and HB Studios, NYC. Recipient of numerous awards. Contacts: HSTM (212) 362-3681 & (646) 320-1760 [misshazel@twc.com and online
www.hazelrosettasmith.com]
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Has anyone ever told you that getting old is easy? My Granny was the most outspoken person I have ever met. She would not bite her tongue or hold back […]
It is always an interesting conversation hearing the term “good old days, or “those were the days.” Those Were the Days” was the opening duet sung by characters Edith and […]
If we believe God works in mysterious ways; recognize God’s ways are not our ways. In our impatient and selfish way, it is beyond our comprehension to recognize what […]
As of June 5th, there is a new “No Touch” law in New York State. If you break this law, you could face some big fines. I know what you’re thinking, did […]
PONDER THIS! A World in Peace Somewhere By Hazel Rosetta Smith As I attempt to find a word that would describe our greatest need in these trying times, I think […]
Good mental health is as important to survivorship as is the overall treatment of diseases. Having a passion or a hobby that brings personal joy and distraction from dwelling on […]
Names matter when they deny the rights of others. If you do not believe names matter or there is no power in a name, look at the history of Jim […]
Making a mountain out of a molehill refers to over-reactive behavior in which a person makes too much of a minor issue. The hill that the mole builds is nowhere […]
Muriel Petioni, M.D., was dubbed the “matron of Harlem health” by every Black woman who was admitted into Harlem hospital. For forty years, Dr. Petioni saw the health needs of […]
The Real McCoy” is an idiom and metaphor used to mean the real thing or the genuine article. In these times of fake news and artificial intelligence, it is difficult […]
