After leaving left high school, Stuart went to the University of Technology, Sydney to do a bachelor of Business degree.

Majoring in Business Administration and sub majoring in Advertising and International Communication.

 

In 1987 Stuart left University and took up a career in photography, and then film.

 

Working as a runner, driver, stills, gaffer, best boy and finally, First Assistant Director.

 

Stuart then went to the United States in late 1988 to pursue a career in acting. 

Studying at the prestigious Neighbourhood Playhouse School of Theatre, he spent the next 4 years in New York City studying and working as an actor/director.

 

In 1992 he returned to Australia and has worked as an actor, director and producer ever since.

 

His acting credits include the international film: "The man Who Sued God", Channel 7’s "The Whipping Boy" and TV”s: Home & Away, Always Greener, Water Rats and Heartbreak High. Just to name a few.

He also performed in the popular stage show: He Died With a Falafel In His Hand.

 

In 1995 Stuart started working in the Corporate Events arena as a performer.

He started producing and consulting on entertainment for Absurd Entertainment; one of Australia’s then largest corporate entertainment companies.

 

Stuart's job included booking roving and stage entertainment packages and complete entertainment themeing and entertainment production.

 

After the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, Stuart left Absurd Entertainment and formed STU ART Productions.

 

Stuart still performs and directs for stage, screen and radio on an on going basis.

 

He also produces events for the corporate and outdoor market and directs  film and corporate videos.

 

Whether it’s creating a definitive space or turning a room into a completely different world for guests, Stuart and STU ART Productions always brings that something different and special to each and every event.