Raised in an artistic household where madness was encouraged and reality optional, Lara was exposed to the creative world from a young age—her parents even named her after Lara Antipova from Doctor Zhivago.

Her dad being a puppeteer, some of her earliest memomies on set are of snacking alongside the Cookie Monster, chilling in garbage cans with Oscar the Grouch, and arguing about Ernie with Bert. When she was three years old, she pretty much plunged into the world of film and television. There, she developed a sixth sense for on camera presence, spatial awareness, and dramatic hair flips that are available upon request.

Early experiences also included ballet, local theatre productions, and voice acting—often playing characters that were eccentric, abstract, or otherwise unfit for polite dinner conversation. 

Musically, Lara trained in piano, guitar, and voice, and began writing her own songs during her teenage years. She performed at local concerts and eventually took her music to the streets of Cologne—busking to raise funds for a nonprofit in Romania. She studied classical music for eight years at the Josef Metternich School of Music (2012-2020).

When she’s not working on a script or in front of the camera, Lara is a passionate advocate for environmental causes and animal welfare.

Behind the spotlight, Lara makes theatrical masks in the tradition of Jacques Lecoq. She also holds a certification as a herbalist, survival instructor, and forest guide. So, should you ever find yourself in need of someone to lead a Shakespeare reading, identify edible plants, and administer first aid—all in the same afternoon—you've found your gal. 

Editor's note: The author of this bio remains anonymous and suspiciously well-informed. Lara would never write an “About me“ of herself in third person.