Tara MacGowran

Biography

Tara MacGowran is a versatile actress with a rich background in television, film, and theatre across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. Her acting journey began at the tender age of 12 when she starred in the BBC production of "Children of the New Forest." After spending some time in the United States, where she performed at prestigious venues like The Great Lakes Shakespeare Theatre Festival in Cleveland and The Attic Theatre in Detroit, Tara returned to London. There, she made a significant mark with her role as Patience in "Secret Places," a performance that earned her the Bronze Mask at the Taormina Film Festival.

Tara's filmography is diverse, featuring notable works such as "The Dawning," "Memoirs of a Survivor," and "Spymaker: The Secret Life of Ian Fleming." On television, she has appeared in acclaimed series including "Miss Marple: Murder at the Vicarage," "Tropical Moon Over Dorking," and "Murder in Eden." Her theatre credits include significant productions like "Aristocrats" at Hampstead Theatre and "Hinkemann" at The Old Red Lion.

After taking a break to travel as a journalist and photographer, covering tournament chess with her husband, chess grandmaster Michael Adams, Tara made her return to acting in 2014. She is looking forward to upcoming film projects, including "Mummy Reborn," "Krampus vs Vikings," and "End Game."