Interview With Edward Bluemel

There’s something about British charm that cannot be denied- someone either has it or they simply don’t. There’s no immediate indicator but from a second glance and probably some humorous banter, the somewhat Hugh Grant like trait will slowly begin to reveal itself.

There’s a suave sensibility that comes with a mischievous smirk, they probably look good in a tailored suit, hair more than likely a messy quiff that unfairly somehow still looks chic and considerably most significant of all – they look like they can have a good time. As audience members, we have seen these sorts of actors come through our screens time and time again – yet despite the mass collection of gentlemen we encounter, there is always room for one more.

After starring in BBC’s new ground breaking series Killing Eve, Channel 4’s Traitors and playing the lead role in the theatre production of Trevor Nunn’s critically acclaimed Love in Idleness on the West End as well as Touch at the prestigious Soho Theatre, it’s a safe bet to say that we can add Edward Bluemel’s name to the Hollywood encyclopaedia of great British talent.

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Despite his character being a vampire, whom spoiler alert is unfortunately unable to save his dying friend within the first episode, there is still an undoubtedly likability to Bluemel. The dedication, sincere passion for the craft and of course charm has made Edward Bluemel – a name to keep an eye on.

Discovering his thirst for performance young, his science teacher parents had the clever initiative to enrol him into the acclaimed Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama- where seemingly a bold parenting move is proving to pay off. With a building resume spanning across both television and film roles, the theatre remains at the forefront of his passion.

In his latest project, Edward will be starring in Sky1’s (BBC America) supernatural series “A Discovery of Witches” alongside Teresa Palmer and Matthew Goode, which centres around an imagined world of modern witches, daemons and vampires establishing their hierarchy amongst one another in common day Oxford, England.

First and foremost- how is lockdown treating you and how has the actor/ creative experienced changed for you?

Edward: I am more or less the same actor I was before, except I am now much better at Mario kart.

Even though, it’s a rather odd season – what have you taken away from 2020 if any?

Edward: I think the ability to do nothing and not panic about it is actually very valuable, especially as an actor, and this year has been an intensive crash course for that.

What have been the biggest influences in your life – whether that’s a person, experience, album etc how has it made an impact?

Edward: There’s too many people and things to name individually but Shania Twain’s Come On Over album has been a pretty consistent companion along the way.

What was it like studying at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama?

Edward: It’s a great drama school so I learnt a lot. There really is nothing like pretending to be a frilled lizard for 45 minutes in a 9am Monday morning animal studies class.

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So far – what has been your favourite working experience?

Edward: I loved working on Sex Education for Netflix. I was only on the job for a couple of weeks but the atmosphere and excitement around the project was very infectious. It was also great to be involved in a show that was so progressive and genre defying.

What was the motivation that got you into acting?

Edward: People told me I was good at it and that approval made me happy. It really is that simple.

If you could change one thing about the creative industry- what would it be and why?

Edward: I would make actors (me included) less annoying to hang out with.

Between theatre and on screen work – what is your preference and why?

Edward: I love them both, as long as I get to pretend to be someone else and wear a fun costume, I’m happy.

Once lockdown officially ends and Covid-19 is safe enough to return to normal- what is the first thing you would be doing?

Edward: Tenderly French kissing everybody I know.

Where do you see yourself in ten years?

Edward: Hopefully able to finally grow a beard.

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This PIBE online exclusive has been produced by:
Talent / Edward Bluemel
Photography / Ellyse Anderson
Styling / Aartthie Mahakuperan
Make up / Lesley Vye
Hair / Maki Tanaka
Producer / Gustavo Gonzalez

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