Neil Patrick Stewart Biography: Books, Wife, Awards, Son, Movies, Ethnicity, Religion, Net Worth

Neil Patrick Stewart is an American actor, director, writer, and educator whose work bridges stage, film, television, and academia.

He first attracted attention through his innovative theatre direction and acting, later becoming recognized for his contributions to performing arts education and creative development.

Profile

• Full name: Neil Patrick Stewart
• Date of birth: October 7, 1976
• Age: 49 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: San Diego, California, United States
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Actor, director, writer, educator
• Height: 5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
• Weight: Approx. 75 kg (165 lbs)
• Eye color: Hazel
• Hair color: Brown
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Lynzy Lab Stewart (married)
• Children: Rocket Stewart (son)
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: White (Caucasian)
• Net worth: $1 million – $1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Neil Patrick Stewart (49 years old) was born on October 7, 1976, in San Diego, California. Details about his family background and early upbringing are not widely known.

He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre from Wesleyan University, where he developed a foundation in performance and directing.

Later, he pursued a Master of Fine Arts in Acting from the American Repertory Theatre/Moscow Art Theatre Institute for Advanced Theatre Training (A.R.T./MXAT) at Harvard University, an elite program known for producing high-caliber theatre professionals.

Personal Life

Neil Patrick Stewart resides in San Marcos, Texas, with his wife, Lynzy Lab Stewart—a performing artist, musician, and dancer—and their son, Rocket Stewart. The couple also have two dogs named Puzzle and Gravy.

Before marrying Lynzy, Neil was previously married to actress Monica Raymund (known for Chicago Fire), from 2011 until their divorce in 2014.

Career

Neil Patrick Stewart began his career as a founding creative director of Back House Productions in New York City, where he helped develop over 40 theatrical projects, including the early stages of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical In the Heights—which would later win multiple Tony Awards.

His directing credits include productions of The Elephant Man, The Whipping Man, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, and the award-winning musical Volleygirls, which won “Best of Fest” at the New York Musical Theatre Festival (2013).

Stewart has directed and performed in major regional theatres across the U.S., including Los Angeles and New York, earning Ovation Award nominations for The Elephant Man for Best Director and Best Production.

In academia, he is currently Associate Professor of Practice in Acting at Texas State University’s School of Theatre, Dance & Film, where he teaches acting and directing, oversees student productions, and runs workshops and summer intensives for aspiring performers.

He also serves as Associate Artistic Director of The Performing Arts Project, a national training initiative that nurtures young talent in musical theatre and acting.

As a writer and author, Stewart has published two books: Bullsht!* and Headlines! Headlines! Headlines?, both focusing on social commentary and humor. His freelance writing has appeared in lifestyle and cultural publications.

Awards

• Texas State University C3 Center CoSearch Award (2016) – for innovative collaboration in arts education
• New York Musical Theatre Festival Awards (2013) – Best of Fest, Best Ensemble, and Most Promising New Musical for Volleygirls: The Musical
• Ovation Award Nominations (Los Angeles) – for Best Director and Best Production (The Elephant Man)

Net Worth

Neil Patrick Stewart’s estimated net worth ranges between $1 million and $1.5 million.

Social Media

• Instagram: @neilpatrickstewart
• Twitter (X): @NeilPStewart

Filmography

• Volleygirls (2013) – Director
• The Elephant Man – Director (Stage Production)

Books

• Bullsht!*
• Headlines! Headlines! Headlines?