We are thrilled that you are joining us for in-person NYC callbacks for THE PHIL COLLINS STORY - A CONCERT STYLE TRIBUTE TOUR!
For this Callback please prepare the following:
BOTH SONGS - Prepare the full songs listed below….
“SUSSUDIO” - Verse & Chorus
“CAN’T HURRY LOVE” - Verse & ChorusSIDE:
The brief script attached here (This is the same as the initial self-tape): CLICK HERE TO ACCESS MATERIAL
*please read with British accent - matching tone and style of Phil Collins. I’ve included a link to a Phil Collins interview below for reference.DRUM/INSTRUMENT *Optional
IF you are a performer who plays drums/instruments, we’d love a demo. If drumming, we will have a full kit in the room. Please prepare the drum solo from “IN THE AIR TONIGHT” or something else that demonstrates your skillset. *This is OPTIONAL for this track.
NOTE: We will be in a recording studio set up for these callbacks, with a mic in the mic stand for your use! Please prepare the song cuts concert style and have a lot of fun with it!
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions - hdbauditions@gmail.com.
LINKS TO PHIL COLLINS REFERENCE MATERIAL:
IN THE AIR TONIGHT - LIVE AT PERKINS PALACE 1982 (Click here)
AGAINST ALL ODDS - LIVE AID 1985 (Click here)
NO TICKET REQUIRED - FULL CONCERT 1985 (Click here)
PHIL COLLINS INTERVIEW 1981 (Click here)
GENESIS LIVE 1980 (Click here)
PHIL SINGS TARZAN 2012 (Click here)
THE PHIL COLLINS STORY – CONCERT STYLE TRIBUTE TOUR – SEEKING CURRENT COVERS & FUTURE REPLACEMENTS
FULL TOUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS ON THE TOUR (CLICK HERE)
North America & Canada Tour (Non-Jurisdictional)
Producers: PEG USA, INC.
Director: Dean Elliot, Mapletree Entertainment
Music Director: Sachio Nang
U.S. Casting: Holly Buczek, HDB Casting
Compensation Package:
Payrate: $1,100/wk plus per diem for rehearsals and tour
Producer provided transportation and housing (sleeper bus and hotels when necessary)
Dates:
Rehearsal Start Date: September 11th, 2026
Opening: September 17th, 2026
Tour currently booked through: November 8th, 2026
Auditions: Initial Self-tape by April 17th, 2026
Callbacks: In Person in NYC – Week of May 11th, 2026 - TBD
The creatives and producers behind the successful tours of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, R.E.S.P.E.C.T.: The Aretha Franklin Experience and The George Michael Story are continuing the hit immersive concert style experience which takes the audience through a musical tribute to the unforgettable music of Genesis and the brilliant solo career of Phil Collins. The Phil Collins Story brings Phill Collins’ music to life in a way that resonates with audience both visually and emotionally- up close and personal.
MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR FULL CONTRACT – PLEASE CHECK THE DATES BEFORE SUBMITTING! PERFORMER MUST HAVE A CURRENT VALID PASSPORT FOR THIS TOUR AND THE ABILITY TO TRAVEL INTERNATIONALLY, INCLUDING TO COUNTRIES WITH RESTRICTIVE BACKGROUND CHECKS.
This leg of the tour is primarily in the US, however the tour will continue in the UK, Europe & Canada and company members may have the opportunity to extend for these additional legs.
Please access this link for full information on what/how to submit: http://hdbcasting.com/phil-collins-story
SEEKING:
[LEAD SINGER AND FRONT MAN] (Male, late 20s-40s) Strong singer/actor with the ability to sound like Phil Collins. Must be comfortable as the frontman in a concert style format while embodying the energy of Phil. British dialect. Performer does NOT have to have drumming experience but a willingness to learn. Drums/Instruments are a plus (Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate plus) – performer will play some of the famous solos in his songs. Open tenor with falsetto -The vocal range of Phil is much like Frankie Valli. SEEKING CURRENT & FUTURE REPLACEMENTS