Antonia Thomas Quotes

My upbringing has always been quite equal in terms of cultural influences. But it's unlikely that anything could prepare you for a job that involves belting out Proclaimers songs on camera, in Edinburgh and in public.

- Antonia Thomas

Vivienne Westwood makes such beautifully structured clothes that are especially flattering if you are curvy.

- Antonia Thomas

I'd love to see a Nirvana biopic. I loved them when I was younger. I really like jazz music, so I'd like to see a Billie Holiday biopic - she was a fascinating woman.

- Antonia Thomas

My father was a classical singer of baroque music, and my older sister was in musical theatre, and I thought about doing the same thing but then realised straight acting was for me.

- Antonia Thomas

Having done 'Misfits' for three years solid, you become known for doing one thing, so I've wanted to change things up as much as possible with each job.

- Antonia Thomas

I'd love to get my teeth into Shakespeare.

- Antonia Thomas

A good cup of Earl Grey tea - you can't beat it.

- Antonia Thomas

When people come up to me and say, 'Oh my God - you're that character,' I feel like replying, 'No, I'm just like you; it's just a job.'

- Antonia Thomas

I've felt the pressure of wanting to be known as a young actress rather than just Alisha from 'Misfits'.

- Antonia Thomas

It's great to express yourself and tell other people's stories and get into the minds of people who aren't like you.

- Antonia Thomas

It's nice to have proper film fans respecting and appreciating your work.

- Antonia Thomas

I'd love to be in a period drama - that's my obsession. But being a mixed-race actress, there aren't so many roles you're right for.

- Antonia Thomas