Lucy Penrose is an actress, living London, although originally from the Isle of Man.

The former Castle Rushen student has starred in the West End Show Judy!, playing Judy Garland, a part for which she was shortlisted for an Olivier award. She has also just finished filming the television series ’Watchmen’, for the American HBO channel, which will go out in 2019.

Lucy has just finished playing the part of Cinderella at the Gaiety Theatre.

What is your idea of a perfect meal?

I’m from an Italian family so I love anything pasta based. In a restaurant I will always order the lasagne.

What is your favourite way to relax?

I love to learn. As well as being an actress I’m also studying long distance for a psychology degree. I love curling up under a blanket and reading my textbooks.

What is your greatest extravagance?

I don’t really spend much money but I love a bargain! The only thing I will pay full price for would be makeup.

Do you have any pets?

My cats Moz,Vince and Little One. Cats are my spirit animal.

What is your greatest achievement?

My number one item on my bucket list, from the age of 11, was to play a lead in the West End in a role I originated. Achieving this has been surprisingly freeing. Now everything else is a bonus.

What is your favourite time of the year?

Autumn. The clothes get warmer, the sunsets get earlier and it’s not so dang hot!

What is the first job you ever had?

I worked in Port Erin Chippy, which is still one of my favourite jobs.

Do you have any irrational fears?

Not so much a fear but I get sweaty palms when I see tabloid magazines. Don’t ask me why, but I would rather sit in silence staring at a wall than read a tabloid magazine.

What is your worst habit?

Something I always apologise for is that during a conversation with someone, if I’m excited about the subject I can have a habit of hogging the conversation with spouting information.

What is your favourite book?

I love the work of Garth Nix, with Sabriel being my favourite. It would really lend itself to film.

What is your favourite TV programme?

I’m currently watching Big Mouth on Netflix. It’s funny, progressive and a great way to relax after a show.

What is your favourite band/artist at the moment?

I’ve loved David Bowie since the age of four. He’s always my favourite artist. I even have a David Bowie tattoo.

What is your favourite part of the Isle of Man?

I spent the summer holidays of my early teenage years adventuring up and down Bradda Head, playing games like manhunt and having picnics.

If time/money were no object, what would be your perfect day?

I would love to go to a spa in the countryside, wake up to room a service breakfast, go for a long walk and see the grounds. Sit in a comfy chair in a library and either study or do some work for an hour. Afternoon high tea. A swim, spa sessions. An Italian dinner followed by a theatre show, a gin in a cosy quiet bar and then bed just before midnight.

Choose three people, dead or alive, to invite to dinner?

David Bowie, Judy Garland and Prince. All three of them are my idols and I can imagine the sing song around the piano after dinner would be the highlight of the evening.