Company Profile

Australian owned and operated, Stageworks Australia is renowned for its national reputation and global vision. A team of professionals from all facets of the entertainment and event industries, Stageworks is a refreshing, vibrant company that continually creates unique, exclusive events leaving clients with a lasting impression.

Stageworks Australia is renowned for '… creating memorable experiences and unforgettable events'.

From multimedia presentations, theme & event design, gala dinners, conferencing, lighting, sound, audiovisual, event management, special effects, technical crewing, set & prop design and construction, Stageworks really are your one stop shop.

As the leading audiovisual and special event company in Cairns and the largest in North Queensland, Stageworks Australia is the in-house audio visual and themeing company at the Cairns International Hotel and the Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas, and the preferred supplier for the Shangri La Hotel Cairns and the award winning Cairns Convention Centre.

Stageworks Australia services the leading hotels in the Cairns area daily with conference and themeing services, working in close partnership with you and your chosen venue to ensure your event is a success.

Stageworks Australia services the local market, interstate clients and international contracts, not only with state of the art audiovisual equipment and technical expertise, but also with some spectacular special events and themed nights.

Backed by a 24 hour technical support service, Stageworks Australia prides itself on the high standard of service, attention to detail and the sincerity of its staff.

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The Team

 

Peter Hassall - Creative Director As the Creative Director for Stageworks Australia, Peter creates innovative and unique theme concepts and works with event staff to ignite the imaginations of even our most discerning clientele. With a career spanning over 25 years in the theatrical, event, conference and technical industries, Peter doesn't look like slowing down anytime soon. As the owner of Stageworks Australia, Peter's passion still lies in creative design, direction and producing shows for the conference and incentive market. Peter is an active and respected voice in the Cairns community, and is well known throughout Australia as a leader in his field.

Dior Yarwood - Operations Manager Dior has over 16 years experience in the industry from freelance sound engineer, sales, theatrical productions and tour management. Specialising in technical direction, event production and audio, Dior has managed large conferences in North Queensland working with recognised companies in the industry from around the world. Dior now manages the operations department and over sees the daily running of the company from an operational perspective. He brings an analytical and resourceful approach to this position and has been instrumental in initiating, developing and maintaining company procedures, establishing new Stageworks Australia offices and demands the very best from his technical crew.

Mark Jennings - Event Sales Manager Previously the Production Manager at the Cairns Convention Centre, Mark joined the Stageworks Australia team in 2001 in the capacity of Event Sales Manager. Mark brings with him 20 years of experience in the entertainment and conference industries. Having worked with numerous companies in the UK & Asia freelancing as a sound and lighting technician and stage manager, Mark studied Japanese before returning to Australia in April 1996, when he took up the position of Technical Manager at the Cairns Convention Centre. In 2000, Mark left the centre to set up his own business providing event management services locally. He joins the team at Stageworks Australia in 2001 as the Event Sales Manager.

Graham Barrie - Event Manager Graham has been with the Stageworks Australia team for the last five years, starting as a Senior Technician. He now brings to the team extensive experience in the Technical design and management of conferences and events. Graham is responsible for managing the CAD drawing department, producing floor plans and room layouts for each event in consultation with Event Managers. With his attention to detail, passion for perfection and calm demure, Graham is specifically requested by many clients for large events and will ensure your next conference will run hassle free.

Paul Whitby - Technical Production Manager / Lighting Designer Paul's industry knowledge is vast with over 15 years experience. Initially working in theatre as a lighting designer and stage manager, Paul has toured extensively overseas with several companies as technical director and lighting designer. His creativity and attention to detail ensures Paul is constantly in demand and frequently asked by clients to technically manage their event. Paul is famous for saying there is no such phrase as "that's impossible". His dedication to the success of the event is second to none!

Jason Pellizzaro - Senior Event Technician Not only a talented technician in data and audio, Jason is also gifted at set and prop design and construction for our themes, conferences and special events and a special part of the Stageworks team. Completing a carpentry and mechanical course in his younger days, Jason comes from a theatrical background as a technician, works hard with sincerity and responsibility with 7 years industry experience.