The stars of the theatre gathered at the Royal Opera House on Sunday night to celebrate and honour their peers at the annual Olivier Awards.
Dame Judi Dench took home her incredible eighth award from the ceremony for her supporting role in The Winter's Tale, whilst Imelda Staunton won everyone over in her role in Gypsy, winning the award for best actress in a musical. However, despite the action going on inside the ceremony, the real event was on the red carpet where every star stepped out of their costumes and into some spectacular outfits for the occasion.
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Laura Carmichael. Uzo Aduba and Zawe Ashton star together in The Maids at Trafalgar Studios but took the night off to celebrate.Getty
Laura Carmichael. Uzo Aduba and Zawe Ashton star together in The Maids at Trafalgar Studios but took the night off to celebrate.GettyLily Frazer brightened up the evening in a yellow gown by Bao Ta London.GettyKinky Boots choreographer Jerry Mitchell stood out in a fantastic floral brocade suit jacket.GettyBend It Like Beckham star Preeya Kalidas wowed in a flowing Amanda Wakeley gown.GettyUzo Aduba swapped her Orange is the new Black jumpsuit for an elegant red carpet matching one shoulder gown and black orb bag.GettyZawe Ashton looked incredible, teaming up Stella McCartney Resort '16 smock top and skirt with Paula Cademartori clutch and a bold red lip.GettyActor Luke Treadaway looked dapper in a silk tuxedo GettyActress Ava West smouldered in structured blue silk gown.GettyTheatre director and writer and playwright, Jessica Swale, who won the award for best new comedy for Nell Gwynn, looked beautiful in her black satin gown with metallic detailing.GettyDenise Gough, winner of the Best Actress Award for People, Places and Things, opted for a vibrant halterneck gown.GettyActress Catherine Steadman looked fantastic in black Amanda Wakeley gown and Asprey jewels.GettyMatt Henry took home the award for best best actor in a musical for Kinky Boots at Adelphi Theatre in a playful polka dot suit.GettyGemma Arterton looked incredible in her form-fitting, sequinned Jenny Packham gown.GettyRose Leslie was the epitome of elegance in a embellished strapless gown posing with her Game of Thrones star boyfriend Kit Harrington.GettyDame Judi Dench was a winner on and off the red carpet in a golden draped design before she went on to win her eighth Olivier award.GettyDownton Abbey star Laura Carmichael was a floral success in a beautiful Erdem design. Carmichael is currently starring in The Maids.GettyLara Pulver was a perfect contrast for the red carpet in striking emerald gown, going on to win the award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role In a Musical for Gypsy.GettyJuliet Stevenson's Amanda Wakely jumpsuit was both elegant and daring with sheer lace panelling down either side.GettyAward winner Imelda Staunton was a shimmering success in a metallic capped sleeve gown.Getty
