Meet Rosemary Gilmore of Atlanta

Today we’d like to introduce you to Rosemary Gilmore.

Hi Rosemary, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I fell in love with storytelling at a very early age. My grandmother worked in New York City, and she would take me on trips to see Broadway musicals. All I ever wanted to do was escape into the world on stage. My love for acting blossomed in school and at summer camp, and I couldn’t imagine doing anything other than that for the rest of my life. While my love began in theatre, I started pursuing film in my professional career and my love expanded to both mediums. I’ve lived in Atlanta for about four years with my husband, and moving here was one of the best decisions we ever made. I’ve been able to pursue my passions, run a successful business full-time, and start our family. We are expecting our first daughter this summer, and while pregnant, I acted in five different films where I played lead and supporting roles. It’s important to me that I set an example for my daughter that she can do anything she sets her mind to, and I hope to inspire other women in my position that they can do it, too.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Life always comes with its challenges. One of my biggest struggles was believing in myself and that I was worthy of a successful career in entertainment. It’s easy to listen to negativity, because it gives us a reason to give up, and it feels easier to not try at all. Not trying only protects you from failure, but our failures are what allow us to learn and are an inevitable step on the road of success. I had to remind myself that there will always be a reason to not do something, the trick is remembering that there is always a way around the roadblocks. Keeping a positive, healthy mindset is what gets me through any of the struggles that may come my way. It took me a while to feel comfortable starting a family while also pursuing an acting career. I was afraid people would judge me for it, or that motherhood would cause me to fail as an actor. What I didn’t realize was how in control I am of my destiny. I realized the only way that I can fail is if I give up, and I don’t have to listen to the negativity. Motherhood has already made me a better actor and a better person. I feel like I understand humanity in way that I never have before, and I can’t wait to bring my real-life experience to my future characters.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I have a huge place in my heart for musical theatre. The first show I booked since moving here was a children’s musical about an orphan girl who longed to be a hero, but everyone told her she couldn’t because she was a girl. She set out on a journey to prove that girls can be heroes just like boys. That show holds a special place in my heart because of the impact it had on my life and the community. It reminded me how powerful storytelling can be, and defined my mission as an actor.
As I said, I’ve also been finding a lot of success in the film industry since moving to Atlanta. A few months ago, I wrapped as my first lead role in a feature film, which already has a distributor and plans to release on streaming services.

Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
You don’t have to be good to start. You have to start to be good.
It can feel intimidating to start something new, especially something you don’t have experience in yet. Everyone has to start somewhere, and you’ll gain experience along the way. Be sure to do your research on acting classes in the area, and it’s okay if you have to try out a few different studios/coaches before you find a good fit. There are plenty of Facebook groups for actors where seasoned professionals share advice and would be happy to provide their experience with acting classes and coaches. Don’t be afraid to be a beginner, and understand that this industry is a marathon, not a sprint. It takes time to learn something new, find your footing, and understand what you want to be known for as an actor. Put yourself out there, say yes to projects that interest you, keep trying, and be patient!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://rosemarygilmore.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosemarygilmore.actor