ARIA Hall of Fame inductee and Human Nature co-founder Phil Burton is bringing his acclaimed tribute to music legend Phil Collins to the Hayden Orpheum in Cremorne.
Local Stage Connection
Residents across the lower north shore are buzzing as one of Australia’s most familiar entertainment figures prepares for an exclusive regional performance. Rather than traveling into the central business district, music fans can experience a full-scale concert right in their own backyard.
The historic art deco cinema on Military Road transforms into a lively rock and soul venue for a single evening, trading silver screen projections for thunderous live drumming and brass hooks.
Crafting the Ultimate Tribute
Why would a pop royalty icon pivot to honour another superstar? For Burton, the inspiration stems from teenage memories of watching Collins command massive stadium crowds with unmatched energy and showmanship. Working closely with top arrangers, the singer hand-picked elite Australian musicians to form a powerhouse backing ensemble.
Together, they have arranged a tight, high-energy set list designed to honour the multi-award-winning catalogue without losing the organic warmth of live theatre.
Decades of Showmanship
Audiences can expect a seamless run of global chart-toppers spanning decades of pop history. The performance features soaring renditions of enduring radio staples like In the Air Tonight, Against All Odds, Sussudio, and Another Day in Paradise. Burton brings immense vocal pedigree to the stage, drawing from a career that includes over thirty years with Human Nature, multi-platinum record sales, and an iconic eleven-year residency in Las Vegas.
Beyond his vocal harmony roots, local audiences also know him from his television appearances and theatrical runs, making this intimate community engagement a natural fit for his versatile talents.
Event Details
The concert takes place on Friday, 9 October, with doors opening ahead of an evening start time at the Hayden Orpheum Cremorne as part of a select New South Wales run. Tickets are available now through official venue channels.
Published Date 28-August-2026
