Lara's early life was marked by her birth and upbringing in the picturesque county of Kent, located in the southeastern region of the United Kingdom.
As she grew older, Lara's passion for the performing arts led her to pursue a drama course with the National Youth Music Theatre, laying the foundation for her future career in the entertainment industry.
Her academic pursuits continued as she went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Theatre, further solidifying her commitment to the craft.
Lara's extensive theatre credits have earned her numerous accolades, including a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for her captivating portrayal of Lucille Frank in Rob Ashford's production of Parade at The Donmar Warehouse.
Her outstanding performance in Parade caught the attention of the production team, who subsequently invited her to reprise the role at The Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles, opposite esteemed actor TR Knight, best known for his role in Grey's Anatomy.
The Los Angeles production received widespread critical acclaim, with Lara's performance being hailed as a standout.
Before transitioning to the screen, Lara made her television debut in 2008, playing the pivotal role of Isabella of Gisbourne in the BBC prime-time show Robin Hood, which has since become a global phenomenon, airing on BBC America every Saturday evening at 8/9c.
Most recently, Lara completed filming for the highly anticipated Peter Morgan-directed movie, The Special Relationship, starring Michael Sheen and Dennis Quaid.
