Lola Petticrew is one of those rare actors who are not afraid to speak her mind and challenge the status quo. At 30, she's at an age where many people would be trying to fly under the radar or keep a low profile, but instead, Petticrew is louder than ever.
"I used to be so afraid of getting old," she confesses, "but now I just think it's the best thing ever. It feels like I'm coming into myself and what I want my life to be now is very clear." She pauses for a moment before adding, "I know what I want my life to be now, and I'm pretty stern on it."
Petticrew is not afraid to tackle difficult subjects or challenge societal norms. As someone who has spoken out in support of Palestine, raised awareness about intergenerational trauma, and called out classism and nepotism in the arts world, she's not interested in being quiet or playing by the rules.
"People want you to be less mouthy and just be grateful," she says with a hint of frustration. "But it's not being divisive. It's being on the right side of history." She's clear that her views are not up for debate or compromise, and she's willing to ruffle some feathers in order to make a point.
As an actor who has taken on two complex roles in recent months – one a sex-trafficked child seeking revenge, and another a young Catholic teacher struggling with morality and privacy – Petticrew is determined to use her platform to shed light on important issues. Her latest role as Cushla Lavery in Trespasses is no exception.
"I think that's the thing about Irish people, isn't it?" she says of her own heritage. "We're storytellers, and I think a lot of our houses are very matriarchal." This is reflected in her approach to her craft, where Petticrew seeks to honor the stories and experiences of women from her community.
When asked about her plans for the future, Petticrew reveals that she'll be returning home to west Belfast just in time for Christmas. And when I ask what this means, exactly – will she be indulging in some traditional Irish cuisine? The answer is a resounding yes: "I'll be straight on that plane, straight to my house, straight on my sofa with my dog, getting a west Belfast Chinese."
A west Belfast Chinese, it turns out, is a culinary delight that involves salt and chilli chips, fried rice, chicken curry off the breast – you get the idea. It's not just a meal; it's an experience.
For Petticrew, this means embracing her roots and sharing them with others. She's not afraid to speak her mind or challenge the status quo, but she's also willing to take a break from the world and indulge in some well-deserved comfort food.
"I used to be so afraid of getting old," she confesses, "but now I just think it's the best thing ever. It feels like I'm coming into myself and what I want my life to be now is very clear." She pauses for a moment before adding, "I know what I want my life to be now, and I'm pretty stern on it."
Petticrew is not afraid to tackle difficult subjects or challenge societal norms. As someone who has spoken out in support of Palestine, raised awareness about intergenerational trauma, and called out classism and nepotism in the arts world, she's not interested in being quiet or playing by the rules.
"People want you to be less mouthy and just be grateful," she says with a hint of frustration. "But it's not being divisive. It's being on the right side of history." She's clear that her views are not up for debate or compromise, and she's willing to ruffle some feathers in order to make a point.
As an actor who has taken on two complex roles in recent months – one a sex-trafficked child seeking revenge, and another a young Catholic teacher struggling with morality and privacy – Petticrew is determined to use her platform to shed light on important issues. Her latest role as Cushla Lavery in Trespasses is no exception.
"I think that's the thing about Irish people, isn't it?" she says of her own heritage. "We're storytellers, and I think a lot of our houses are very matriarchal." This is reflected in her approach to her craft, where Petticrew seeks to honor the stories and experiences of women from her community.
When asked about her plans for the future, Petticrew reveals that she'll be returning home to west Belfast just in time for Christmas. And when I ask what this means, exactly – will she be indulging in some traditional Irish cuisine? The answer is a resounding yes: "I'll be straight on that plane, straight to my house, straight on my sofa with my dog, getting a west Belfast Chinese."
A west Belfast Chinese, it turns out, is a culinary delight that involves salt and chilli chips, fried rice, chicken curry off the breast – you get the idea. It's not just a meal; it's an experience.
For Petticrew, this means embracing her roots and sharing them with others. She's not afraid to speak her mind or challenge the status quo, but she's also willing to take a break from the world and indulge in some well-deserved comfort food.
she's like "i'm gonna do me" and i am HERE FOR IT 
her views might ruffle some feathers but honestly who doesn't want someone speaking truth to power? 
especially when they're passionate about the issues that matter most. and can we talk about how fabulous it is to see an actress embracing their heritage and using it as a way to tell important stories? 
west belfast chinese sounds like the perfect way to spend christmas btw i need that meal in my life 
. And her commitment to using her platform to shed light on important issues is truly inspiring 
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. The fact that she's embracing her heritage and sharing it with others is so refreshing 
. And can we talk about her foodie vibes? Salt and chilli chips, fried rice, chicken curry... I'm totally craving that now 
. It's like she's saying, "I'll speak my mind, but first, let me nourish my soul." And isn't that the most important thing of all? 
I love how she's not afraid to ruffle feathers for a good cause, it's so inspiring to see her use her platform to shed light on important issues like Palestine and intergenerational trauma 
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Moreover, I'm not sure how she'll handle the constant scrutiny that comes with being an outspoken celebrity. Can she really just take a break from it all and indulge in some comfort food without losing herself in the process? 
. And let's be real, who wouldn't want to indulge in some salt and chilli chips after a long day of speaking out against injustice? 
. And can we talk about Irish cuisine for a second? I need all the salt and chilli chips in my life 
! Petticrew's willingness to take a break from the spotlight and indulge in some comfort food is totally relatable - we need more self-care for the win 
#SelfCareSunday 
. Im all for using your platform to talk about important issues, but sometimes i think its just a bunch of people crying about being "canceled" or whatever 
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. Give me a good ol fashioned Irish stew any day of the week 
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She's definitely pushing boundaries with her outspoken views and taking risks in her career choices. I think it's awesome that she's staying true to herself and using her platform for good! 
But, at the same time, it's also about finding balance and not being too hard on herself – a bit of comfort food and rest is necessary after all the hustle and bustle of life! 
. She's not afraid to talk about tough stuff like Palestine and intergenerational trauma, but I feel like she's also making room for self-care on the other end of the spectrum 
. Like, who wouldn't want to indulge in some west Belfast Chinese after speaking out? It's all about finding balance, right? Maybe we can learn from her example and not be so hard on ourselves when we need a break 
. And I love that she's using her platform to share more about her Irish heritage and the stories of women in her community 
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just heard that climate change is still going on, got a bunch of old politicians talking about new policies, meanwhile sea levels keep rising... 
200 years too late for them to make it work 
! Her passion for Palestine, awareness on intergenerational trauma, and calling out classism in the arts world is everything 
She's not afraid to get a little messy and challenge societal norms, but it's all coming from a place of love and justice 
. I'm totally here for her west Belfast Chinese goals 
especially wen it comes 2 takin on roles that challenge societal norms like sex-trafficking & morality issues. her approach 2 storytelling is so relatable - honoring the stories of women from her community & bringing attention 2 intergenerational trauma 
She's speaking truth to power and using her platform to bring attention to important issues. I mean, who wouldn't want to see more women from underrepresented communities being told stories that need to be told?