Nicole Scherzinger, Cara Delevingne, Sarah Snook, Hannah Waddingham and Sheridan Smith were the picture of glamour on Sunday night as they led the star-studded arrivals at the 2024 Olivier Awards at London’s Royal Albert Hall.
Nicole, 45, ensured all eyes were on her in a plunging black gown, with a daringly high slit to showcase her long legs.
The Pussycat Dolls star flashed some major sideboob in the revealing dress, which cinched her in at her tiny waist.
The singer, who is up for Best Actress in a Musical for playing Norma Desmond in a revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical Sunset Boulevard, boosted her height in patent leather high heels.
Nicole gave her striking look some added dramatic flair with a long silver necklace and a pair of dangling diamond earrings.
Nicole, 45, ensured all eyes were on her in a plunging black gown, with a daringly high slit to showcase her long legs
The Pussycat Doll flashed some major sideboob in the revealing dress, which cinched her in at her tiny waist
Her raven black hair was styled in a neat plait and she was joined by her fiancé Thom Evans, who looked handsome in a black tuxedo and bow tie.
The smitten couple shared a look of love as they posed together, after Thom popped the question to the star last summer.
Sarah, 36, who is nominated for Best Actress, dazzled in a black velvet gown with tied bow sleeves.
She looked in cheerful spirits as she posed up a storm ahead of the ceremony, adding emerald and diamond earrings and sporting a light palette of makeup.
Sarah, known for her starring role in HBO series Succession, plays an impressive 26 characters in the one-woman West End production of Oscar Wilde’s A Picture Of Dorian Gray.
She stars as male characters including Gray and Basil Hallward as well as female characters such as actress Sibyl Vane.
Adapted and directed by Sydney Theatre Company’s artistic director Kip Williams, the play has already had successful runs in Adelaide, Auckland and Melbourne with actress Eryn Jean Norvill starring.
Hannah, 49, who is hosting the dazzling ceremony, put on a glamorous display in a glitzy purple gown.
The singer, who is up for Best Actress in a Musical, boosted her height in patent leather high heels. She starred as Norma Desmond in a revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical Sunset Boulevard
Nicole completed her striking look with a long silver necklace and a pair of dangling diamond earrings
Her raven black hair was styled in a neat plait and she was joined by her fiancé Thom Evans, who looked handsome in a black tuxedo and bow tie
The smitten couple shared a look of love as they posed together, after getting engaged last summer
Sarah, 36, who is nominated for Best Actress, dazzled in a black velvet gown with tied bow sleeves
She looked in cheerful spirits as she posed up a storm ahead of the ceremony, adding emerald and diamond earrings and sporting a light palette of makeup
Sarah, known for her starring role in HBO series Succession, plays an impressive 26 characters in the one-woman West End production of Oscar Wilde’s A Picture Of Dorian Gray
Hannah, 49, who is hosting the dazzling ceremony, put on a glamorous display in a glitzy purple gown
The actress wowed in the sexy thigh-high split dress, adorned with sparkling embellishments on the semi-sheer gown
As she entered the ceremony, Hannah struck a pose on the staircase in her jaw-dropping ensemble and couldn’t help but play up for the cameras, pulling poses and throwing out kisses
Hannah accessorised the outfit with glamorous silver jewellery and swept her blonde locks in a curly up-do while sporting radiant makeup
Cara, 31, showed off plenty of skin as she arrived in a show-stopping backless gown, leaving many of her tattoos on full display
The sparkling number boasted a pale blue bodice with black lines criss-crossing her waist, and a bright red sequinned skirt with thigh-high slit at the back
The model and actress plaited her hair into a long braid and donned a pair of strappy black high heels. She kept her jewellery simple, opting for a pair of diamond stud earrings and sported a light palette of makeup to showcase her natural beauty
Cara took the opportunity to pose for a photo with Nicole outside the venue ahead of the ceremony
The actress wowed in the sexy thigh-high split dress, adorned with sparkling embellishments on the semi-sheer gown.
As she entered the ceremony, Hannah struck a pose on the staircase in her jaw-dropping ensemble and played up to the cameras.
Hannah accessorised the outfit with glamorous silver jewellery and swept her blonde locks in a curly up-do.
Cara, 31, showed off plenty of skin as she arrived in a show-stopping backless gown, leaving many of her tattoos on full display.
The sparkling number boasted a pale blue bodice with black lines criss-crossing her waist, and a bright red sequinned skirt with thigh-high slit at the back.
The model-turned-actress plaited her hair into a long braid that flowed down her back and donned a pair of strappy black high heels.
She kept her jewellery simple, opting for a pair of diamond stud earrings and sported a light palette of makeup to showcase her natural beauty.
Sophie Okonedo, 55, stood out from the crowd in a stunning one-shouldered gown adorned in a striped red, black and yellow pattern.
The actress, who is nominated for her starring role in Medea, looked radiant as she posed for the cameras.
Sophie Okonedo, 55, stood out from the crowd in a stunning one-shouldered gown adorned in a striped red, black and yellow pattern
The actress, who is nominated for her starring role in Medea, looked radiant as she posed for the cameras
She added chunky gold hoop earrings and a pair of black leather gloves for an extra edgy look.
Andrew Scott made a debonair arrival in a black cropped suit jacket over an eye-catching sequinned shirt.
The Best Actor nominated star added matching flared trousers and a pair of smart shiny dress shoes.
He will be going up against David Tennant for the award, who put on an equally dapper display with his wife Georgia.
The Doctor Who star, 52, looked incredibly handsome in a gold and black velour blazer, teamed with smart trousers and shoes.
His beloved wife Georgia, 39, oozed elegance in a long-sleeve midi dress with a bejewelled plunging bustier.
The loved-up couple looked happier than ever as they posed arm-in-arm at the glitzy bash before heading into the ceremony.
Sheridan Smith, who is up for Best Actress for Shirley Valentine, put on a very daring display at the ceremony.
Andrew Scott made a debonair arrival in a black cropped blazer over an eye-catching sequinned shirt
The Best Actor nominated star added matching flared trousers and a pair of smart shiny dress shoes
He will be going up against David Tennant for the award, who put on an equally dapper display with his wife Georgia
The Doctor Who star, 52, looked incredibly handsome in a gold and black velour blazer, teamed with smart trousers and shoes
His beloved wife Georgia, 39, oozed elegance in a long-sleeve midi dress with a bejewelled plunging bustier
The loved-up couple looked happier than ever as they posed arm-in-arm at the glitzy bash before heading into the ceremony
Sheridan Smith, who is up for Best Actress for Shirley Valentine, put on a very daring display at the ceremony
The actress donned a black long-sleeved gown encrusted from head-to-toe in diamond beading
The glitzy number was completely sheer, allowing a glimpse of her toned figure and black underwear and strapless bra underneath
Sheridan toted a silver clutch in the shape of a pair of lips, with sparkling earrings and an elegant updo.
The actress donned a black long-sleeved gown encrusted from head-to-toe in diamond beading.
The glitzy number was completely sheer, allowing a glimpse of her toned figure and black underwear and strapless bra underneath.
Sheridan toted a silver clutch in the shape of a pair of lips, with sparkling earrings and an elegant updo.
Tanya Reynolds looked sensational as she debuted a glam transformation for the ceremony, looking a far cry from her Sex Education character.
The actress, 32, played Lily Iglehart – a fantasy-obsessed student with a penchant for erotic alien comics – in the Netflix series.
Tanya is nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for the political thriller A Mirror – in which she stars alongside Trainspotting actor Jonny Lee Miller.
For the ceremony, Tanya donned a sleek black velvet off-the-shoulder gown which was adorned with white bows and flowers.
The floor-length gown had a short train which trailed behind the statuesque actress – whose brunette locks were slicked back.
Tanya Reynolds looked sensational as she debuted a glam transformation for the ceremony, looking a far cry from her Sex Education character. The actress, 32, played Lily Iglehart – a fantasy-obsessed student with a penchant for erotic alien comics – in the Netflix series
Tanya is nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for the political thriller A Mirror – in which she stars alongside Trainspotting actor Jonny Lee Miller
For the ceremony, Tanya donned a sleek black velvet off-the-shoulder gown which was adorned with white bows and flowers. The floor-length gown had a short train which trailed behind the statuesque actress – whose brunette locks were slicked back
James Norton looked dapper in grey tweed double breasted blazer and trousers, while sporting curly hair and glasses
The actor, who is nominated for his leading role in A Little Life, added a black tied and chunky matching boots
Ruth Jones looked world’s away from her Gavin and Stacey character Nessa Jenkins at the ceremony
The actress, 57, who’s currently treading the boards in Sister Act The Musical , was the epitome of elegance in a gorgeous green gown
She accessorised with a pair of pearl stud earrings and opted for a minimal make-up look, consisting of a dark pink lip.
James Norton looked dapper in grey tweed double breasted blazer and trousers, while sporting curly hair and glasses.
The actor, who is nominated for his leading role in A Little Life, added a black tied and chunky matching boots.
Ruth Jones looked world’s away from her Gavin and Stacey character Nessa Jenkins at the ceremony.
The actress, 57, who’s currently treading the boards in Sister Act The Musical, was the epitome of elegance in a gorgeous green gown.
Ruth’s chic dress featured a matching cape which draped over her shoulders as she made her way along the star-studded red carpet.
She completed the look with gold jewellery, including eye catching chandelier earrings and toted her essentials in a sparkly clutch.
Michelle Visage was sizzling in sequins, as she sported a bejewelled mini-dress with thigh-high boots.
Patricia Clarkson looked regal in a black gown covered in gold sequinned lines, boasting a small train
One of the Best Actor nominees, Joseph Fiennes, looked handsome in a black suit and coordinating bow tie
The actor, 53, was joined by his wife Maria Dolores Dieguez, who looked elegant in a black gown with fringed sleeves
Joseph stopped to take a selfie with British playwright and screenwriter James Graham, who created Dear England – which Joseph stars in
Michelle Visage was sizzling in sequins, as she sported a bejewelled mini-dress with thigh-high boots
The halterneck dress worn by Michelle – who is set to present an award at the ceremony – was complete with black leather lining and a satin skirt, which had a sash of fabric hanging down
The Ru Paul’s Drag Race judge, 55, paired the glittering piece with black suede boots complete with silver metallic toe studs and donned a huge set of diamond drop earrings
Her signature black and grey locks were styled in bouncy waves, while she opted for a striking brown smokey eye and a nude lip
The halterneck dress worn by Michelle – who is set to present an award at the ceremony – was complete with black leather lining and a satin skirt, which had a sash of fabric hanging down.
The Ru Paul’s Drag Race judge, 55, paired the glittering piece with black suede boots complete with silver metallic toe studs and donned a huge set of diamond drop earrings.
Her signature black and grey locks were styled in bouncy waves, while she opted for a striking brown smokey eye and a nude lip.
Theatreland will pay homage to the greatest performances of the year when the 2024 Olivier Awards with Mastercard get underway at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Sunday evening.
Launched in 1976, the annual ceremony – widely regarded as the most prestigious of its kind – honours the best of London’s vibrant West End theatre schedule.
Sunday’s show will once again be presented by seasoned stage and screen star Hannah Waddingham, who returns for the second consecutive year following her consummate job as compere in 2023.
Individual presenters on the night will include Dominic West, Michael Ball, Michael Sheen, Rosalind Plowright, Sir Lenny Henry and Michelle Visage.
Nominations for the 2024 ceremony were announced on March 12, with Nicole Scherzinger, Sarah Snook and Sheridan Smith all receiving nods.
Anna Maxwell Martin stunned in a glamorous off-the-shoulder blouse with voluminous sleeves, sporting a bright pink lip for a pop of colour
The actress paired the top with a pair of wide-legged black trousers and pointed white high heels
Michael Sheen graciously handed out autographs to the waiting fans as he made his way into the ceremony
The actor, 55, was joined by his wife Anna Lundberg, 30, who looked ethereal in a floaty strapless white gown
Best Director nominee Sam Mendes arrived in a smart all-black ensemble, opting for a tuxedo with a matching coloured tie and shirt
Callum Scott Howells brought the style in a pale blue shiny suit, teamed with metallic silver loafers
Bonnie Langford looked the epitome of stylish in a black jumpsuit with gold sequin and beaded detailing
Jack Wolfe, who is up for Best Actor in a supporting role in a musical for Next to Normal, looked fashion forward in a black coat, collared shirt and satin neckerchief
Hollywood star Sarah Jessica Parker is also nominated for Best Actress courtesy of her role in Plaza Suite; she will battle it out against Sheridan for Shirley Valentine and Sarah for her remarkable one-woman performance of The Picture of Dorian Gray.
James Norton and Andrew Scott are also in the running Best Actor for their performances in A Little Life and Vanya, respectively.
Nicole’s hit musical Sunset Boulevard scored an impressive feat by landing 11 nominations, including best actress in a musical while her co-star Tom Francis is up for best actor in a musical.
The Pussycat Doll plays Norma Desmond in the atmospheric musical which is currently on its third West End revival at the Savoy theatre.
Meanwhile former Sex And The City star Sarah Jessica is starring alongside her husband Matthew Broderick in Plaza Suite at the Savoy Theatre.
This latest revival, which is considered a limited run, kicked off on January 17, and is expected to go for 10 weeks, until March 30.
Arlene Phillips, who is up for the Gillian Lynne Award for best theatre choreographer, dazzled in a black ruffled gown with sheer sleeves
Myles Frost caught the eye in a black velvet jacket with beaded detailing over a silk shirt, which he left partially unbuttoned, and sported sunglasses
Edward Enninful looked suave in a classic black suit, white shirt and small bow tie, while donning tinted shades
Adrian Lester looked sharp in a black shirt and tie, with a button down tunic layered over the top, embroidered in a blue floral design
Freddie Fox opted for a classic black tuxedo with a cream satin pocket square, but elevated the look by adding a sequinned black tie
In the play, originally was performed on Broadway’s Plymouth Theatre in 1968, the two world-class actors play three different couples in one famous hotel room.
Meanwhile, James and Andrew are up against David Tennant for Macbeth and Joseph Fiennes in Dear England for Best Actor.
Dear England, written by James Graham, sees Joseph star as England manager Gareth Southgate for the play at the National Theatre.
The play shines a light on the pressures of penalties and Gareth’s ‘cultural reform’ of the England men’s national team in his six years as manager.
It is nominated for nine awards including Joseph for Best Actor, Gina McKee for Best Actress in a supporting role, Rupert Goold for Best Director and Best New Play.
Andrew brings to life multiple characters in adapter and co-creators Simon Stephens’ radical new version of Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya.
Comedic and tragic, Anton’s examination of people’s shared humanity – hopes, dreams, regrets – is thrust into sharp focus in the production.
This play explores the ‘kaleidoscope of human emotions, harnessing the power of the intimate bond between actor and audience to delve deeper into the human psyche’.