Wayne began his studies at the University of Tasmania in 1990. He completed the Bachelor of Education course in English Speech and Drama in 193.
Wayne worked in both performance and production roles while at the University of Tasmania, on shows which include Romeo and Juliet, The Importance of Being Earnest, The Other Woman and The Elocution of Benjamin Franklin.
Wayne also has a strong dance background, regretting not taking up studies in ballet from an earlier age. Wayne has also had early associations with local Tasmanian dance companies Stompin’ Youth and TasDance.
