Multi-talented Ruben Reuter is finest often called a reporter for Channel 4 News and performing in CBBC’s The Dumping Ground, however we caught up with him simply after his debut reside theatre efficiency.
How did you get into reporting and presenting?
I’ve the manufacturing firm Hey Sonny to thank for that. During Covid, individuals with Down syndrome had been within the clinically susceptible group so I wasn’t allowed to work on the TV drama I had initially deliberate to movie. Once Covid calmed down, Hey Sonny approached Channel 4 News and requested if I may do a one-off report on what Covid had been like for studying disabled individuals. Luckily, they actually preferred the report and invited me again to do extra.
You are additionally an actor. What has been your favorite performing function up to now?
That’s a extremely difficult query as a result of I’ve completed comedies, horror, dramas, kids’s TV – the lot. But I did love taking part in Harry in Pushers as a result of he is quite a bit like me (aside from the drug dealing!)
Are there any specific information tales you are captivated with overlaying?
I all the time love the studies that present the superb achievements of disabled individuals, however I additionally love to do studies on the setting and local weather points.
What have you ever labored on not too long ago?
I appeared in Lord Of The Flies at Chichester Festival Theatre and I loved each minute – particularly the response from a reside viewers.
What are you most happy with?
I danced a duet for Northern Ballet on the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden that was superb! I used to be actually proud once I gained a regional RTS Award for Best Performer in The Dumping Ground.
What is the most effective recommendation you could have had?
Be adaptable and versatile – continue to learn new issues and simply hold going.
Who is your largest supply of inspiration in life?
I’ve an extended listing – from my mother and father, my brother and my nan, to Lin-Manuel Miranda, Stormzy and Jodie Whittaker!
If you may have lunch with one particular person from historical past, who would it not be?
Henry VIII – we now have the identical birthday – so lunch could be superb (though I’m vegetarian – so unsure how that will work out!)
What do you take pleasure in doing exterior work?
I really like to bop, go to the fitness center, play desk tennis and swim, and I’m studying to cook dinner. I additionally volunteer at my native sports activities centre – educating kids to swim.
What profession ambitions do you could have?
In my goals I’d like to play Doctor Who’s assistant, and current a present with Chris Packham however truly I’m proud of no matter comes my manner as a result of I really feel so fortunate to be doing these jobs.