Aaron Virdee's perfect weekend

Wolverhampton actor

appears as a Gryffindor Senior in the new Harry Potter movie, released today. He recently starred in Birmingham Rep's production of The Wiz at the New Alexandra Theatre. Here, he shares a perfect weekend . . .

It's Friday afternoon. What's on your mind?

What to do this weekend, who's up for a weekend of madness?!

Who normally has the pleasure of your company at the weekend?

I would say a few of my mates and my brother. However, in the daytime, it tends to be my family.

How do you prepare for a big night out?

Firstly my brother and I head to the shops to get stocked up on some beverages and snacks. My place is always the starting point for a night out, so everyone would come over and then we'd have a good catch-up with a few drinks and music to get in the spirit!

What's your favourite party outfit?

Hmmm. That depends – I usually like to wear a trendy shirt with smart jeans and shoes. Otherwise, if the weather is good, a T-shirt under a waist coat instead of a shirt.

You've just arrived at the bar. What's your first drink?

Budweiser.

What is your favourite nightspot and why?

This one's a hard one! I'm a bit of a bar crawler, I'm never usually settled in one place. If I had to choose one I would say Birmingham's Pitcher & Piano in Brindley Place. Bar Epernay in Mailbox is nice too. Also anywhere that plays R'n'B and Funkyhouse.

What tune always gets you on the dance floor?

Usher – DJ Got Us Fallin' In Love. Great track!

It's a sunny Saturday. What are you up to?

I'd do a bit of a gym workout in the morning and then I would meet some mates in town. I would then spend a bit of time just enjoying the sun and take my youngest brother out somewhere to play – that's if he's not busy watching WWE!

What's your most memorable weekend ever and why?

It would have to be a weekend I did in Malta. I chilled in the daytime and I visited Sliema which is the main tourist area. In the evening I went out into Paceville which is where the main nightlife is. I also found time to see the filming location for Russell Crowe's Gladiator, which was nice.

What's the recipe for a perfect night in?

A takeaway, snacks and a DVD.

Favourite DVD? And what would you eat while watching it?

The Hangover all the way. That film is brilliant and way too funny! Sweet popcorn and Haribo Starmix with the movie rocks my boat!

Where and how do you like to relax?

At home in front of the TV, it's a nice way to chill. I would catch up on all the programmes I've missed. Never introduce me to a box set – I can easily sit through a whole day of watching Lost or 24!

Sunday breakfast – cooked or continental?

Cooked all the way.

Sunday lunch – home-cooked or down the pub?

Home. My Mum does an amazing roast. Words can't describe how good it tastes.

You've got a whole weekend off and a wad of money in your back pocket – which country or city would you head to?

New York, definitely. I haven't been yet and I'm itching to go. I believe it's like London but on another level. Most of my mates have been and have recommended it. There is so much to do and see there – the city never sleeps. I've got Jay Z and Alicia Keys' Empire State of Mind stuck in my head now!