British actor Andrew Lincoln, who narrated the audiobook for J.K. Rowling's
Quidditch Through the Ages (available now through Audible and Pottermore), recently chatted about his love of the Harry Potter series and his longing to be a part of the Wizarding World in some form. A few highlights, including his favorite Wizarding World character, can be read below.
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How did you get involved in this project, and what drew you to it?
ANDREW LINCOLN: Most of my actor friends at some point over the last decade have been wizards, Mudbloods, and house-elves of one sort or another, and frankly I was beginning to take it personally. So when this invitation came along, I jumped at the chance. I love the world that J.K. Rowling has created and I was especially excited about Quidditch Through the Ages because of its added association with the charities Comic Relief and Lumos.
How familiar with you are you with the Potter audiobook universe? How would you compare yourself to other narrators?
LINCOLN: I am totally immersed in the world of Harry Potter and have been since the first book appeared. They’ve been an essential part of our bedtime routine, and Stephen Fry has rescued many a car journey from nuclear meltdown in the past. I wouldn’t dare to compare myself to the great Mr. Fry — he’s a national treasure and, in my opinion, is the voice of Harry Potter. I prefer to think of this book as it was intended, to augment the story that he so brilliantly realised. It’s a reference book for those fans who want an even deeper knowledge of the wizarding universe. When I’m finally invited on Mastermind, my specialist subject will be the noble sport of Quidditch! I know my Wigtowns from my Wimbornes.
Who’s your favorite character, and why?
LINCOLN: My favorite character is Dumbledore. In between recording sessions, I was pitching in my head an origin series for Albus’s early years… from his late-30s to mid-90s. Think Indiana Jones with spells set in Dickens’ time… You know it makes sense.