A red dress for the red carpet! Duchess of Cambridge stuns in a crimson gown at the West End opening night of Broadway musical
- The Duchess, 35, attended the opening night of the musical 42nd Street at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane
- The stage show's West End revival is helping to raise money for East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH)
- Kate, who has been Patron of the charity since 2012, is helping raise money for a new hospice in Norfolk
- Scottish singer Sheena Easton is making her West End debut in the classic musical tonight
The Duchess of Cambridge brought a touch of glamour to the red carpet on Tuesday evening as she joined a host of stars for the opening night of the musical 42nd Street in London.
Kate, 35, stunned in a crimson £1,105 Marchesa dress at the West End revival of the Broadway hit at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane in her role as Royal Patron of East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH), for Sheena Easton's much-anticipated West End debut.
She teamed the full-skirted Notte tulle gown with a jewelled belt, maroon heels and a clutch bag, wearing her hair loose and adding a pair of Oscar de la Renta earrings.
The Duchess has been stepping out in a series of conservative ensembles of late, and tonight was no exception with the royal flashing just a hint of ankle while a mesh overlay kept her décolletage covered up.
The stage show, which stars Grammy award-winning singer Easton, is helping to raise money for the charity as funds are required for a vital new purpose-built hospice in Norfolk called The Nook.
Lady in red: Kate, 35, opted for a full-skirted red dress the West End revival of the Broadway hit at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane in her role as Royal Patron of East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) on Tuesday evening
The Duchess added a pair of drop earrings to her scarlet ensemble, teaming her dress with red suede heels and a small clutch. Tonight's performance also marks Scottish singer Sheena Easton's much-anticipated West End debut
Be a lady in red like the Duchess in Marchesa Notte
The Duchess Of Cambridge looked incredibly chic as she stepped out to the opening night of 42nd Street, wearing a regal red dress by Marchesa Notte.
It's the first time we've spotted Kate in this beautiful dress, featuring a lattice pattern, rosette motif, fit-and-flare design and a crystal-embellished waist.
We're not surprised this gorgeous dress is the work of Marchesa Notte. After all, it's the off-shoot brand of luxury bridal and eveningwear label Marchesa, founded by Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig.
The Duchess continued the red theme of the night's ensemble by accessorizing with some maroon heels, plus some dramatic red earrings by Oscar De La Renta, which finished the look off with a fashionable flourish.
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Nice to meet you: The royal, who was dressed in a sweeping Marchesa gown, stopped to speak to a wheelchair-bound young guest on the red carpet, 12-year-old Ollie Duell, from Cambridge, who has used the services of EACH
The youngster, who suffers from a complex bowel and stomach condition and has benefited from the services of EACH, was just one of a host of people who queued up to meet the Duchess before the show began in London's West End
Scottish star Easton plays Dorothy Brock in the show, which is a tribute to the world of musical theatre and has returned to the West End after more than 30 years.
Emmerdale actor Tom Lister plays Julian Marsh, while theatre star Clare Halse plays Peggy Sawyer.
The show, which features classic songs We're In The Money, Keep Young And Beautiful, I Only Have Eyes For You and Lullaby Of Broadway, returns to the theatre where it made its first UK run from 1984 to 1989, starring a then-unknown Catherine Zeta-Jones.
The Tony Award-winning musical follows young Peggy's arrival in New York from small-town America as she joins the chorus line of Broadway's newest show and tries to get a big break.
The new production features a cast of more than 50 high-kicking performers and will run until October 14 2017.
The Duchess made a typically glamorous arrival. Kate, who will be seated in the Royal Box tonight, became the Royal Patron for EACH five years ago and has attended several official engagements for the charity over the years
Important role: Kate, a guest of honour at tonight's performance, became the Royal Patron for EACH five years ago and has attended several official engagements over the years including the launch of their Nook Appeal in 2014
The Duchess of Cambridge takes her seat in the Royal Box alongside Lord Michael Grade, left, and Dr Johnny Hon, right. The new production features a cast of more than 50 high-kicking performers and will run until October 14 2017
The royal takes her seat in the Royal Box before the much-anticipated performance kicks off. The Tony Award-winning musical 42nd Street debuted in New York in 1980 and has been recreated in theatres all over the world over the years
Kate chats excitedly ahead of the performance. The show, which features classic songs We're In The Money, Keep Young And Beautiful, I Only Have Eyes For You and Lullaby Of Broadway, returns to the theatre where it made its first UK run in 1984
Big night: The new production will be directed by the show's author Mark Bramble, and includes songs such as We’re In The Money, Lullaby of Broadway, Dames, I Only Have Eyes For You, and 42nd Street
An evening to remember: The musical has played to great global acclaim for almost 40 years and its popularity is seen as a legacy to Gower Champion, the legendary director and choreographer of the original Tony Award-winning production
Other VIP guests included Morgan Freeman, Judy Murray, Bonnie Langford, Chris Moyles and Pete Waterman. Former WAG Lizzie Cundy, as well as Strictly stars Neil and Katya Jones, were also spotted on the red carpet.
Ahead of the show Kate was greeted by the show's co-producer Lord Michael Grade, as well as director and author Mark Bramble and 12-year-old Ollie Duell, from Cambridge, who suffers from a complex bowel and stomach condition and has benefited from the services of EACH.
During her appearance at the theatrical launch night, Kate, who has been patron of the charity since 2012, will meet a selection of guests ahead of the performance before joining the cast on stage for a group photograph.
Tony Award-winning musical 42nd Street debuted in New York in 1980 and has been recreated in theatres all over the world over the years.
The Duchess looked to be in good spirits as she met VIP guests and showgirls at the glittering theatrical opening night
The new production will be directed by the show's author Mark Bramble, and includes songs such as We’re In The Money, Lullaby of Broadway, Dames, I Only Have Eyes For You, and 42nd Street.
The musical has played to great global acclaim for almost 40 years and its popularity is seen as a legacy to Gower Champion, the legendary director and choreographer of the original Tony Award-winning production.
Kate, who will be seated in the Royal Box tonight, became the Royal Patron for EACH five years ago and has attended several official engagements over the years.
The charity supports families and cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions.
All for a good cause: The stage show, which stars Grammy award-winning singer Sheena Easton, is helping to raise money for the charity as funds are required for a vital new purpose-built hospice in Norfolk called The Nook
The Duchess was given a warm welcome as she exited a chauffeured car in the heart of London's theatre land tonight - joined by a host of stars including Morgan Freeman, Chris Moyles and Bonnie Langford
Return of a 1980s star: Sheena's big comeback
Sheena Easton is making her West End debut in tonight's show
Three years ago, pale, puffy-faced and fragile, Sheena Easton was virtually unrecognisable as she was led out of a medical clinic in a wheelchair.
Now, standing proud in high heels and beaming broadly in a figure-hugging frock, the Scottish-born singer looked like a different woman as she makes her West End debut in front of a host of stars including the Duchess of Cambridge.
The 57-year-old - who made her name after starring in 1980 BBC reality show The Big Time - takes on a starring role in the new production of 42nd Street.
Speaking last year, Miss Easton, who was romantically linked to pop legend Prince in the 1980s, said: 'It is the perfect role for me. At my age great roles aren't written every day.'
In an interview with website What's On Stage, she added: 'It's one of the great complaints of a woman over 40 that there are a lot less roles out there. This is one of the few roles that made me want to come back to do eight shows a week in the theatre.' Her appearance comes three years after she was pictured emerging from a dental centre in Las Vegas, make-up free and being pushed around in a wheelchair.
The Grammy Award-winning singer plays the role of Broadway star Dorothy Brock in the 42nd Street revival. The new show will be directed by its co-author Mark Bramble. Miss Easton's career spans four decades and she has sold over 20million records worldwide. Her most famous songs include 9 to 5, We've Got Tonight (with Kenny Rogers) and U Got The Look, a duet with Prince.
The Duchess is famously passionate about supporting children's hospices and chose EACH as one of her first four royal patronages after becoming an HRH.
Their specialist services include nursing care, symptom management support, wellbeing activities, and therapy and counselling – all meeting the individual needs of the child or young person, and the whole family.
EACH has outgrown its hospice at Quidenham in Norfolk and is currently fundraising for its new purpose-built hospice, The Nook.
The new building will help to provide more families with the same facilities as those offered by EACH hospices for Cambridgeshire, Essex and Suffolk.
Kate helped to launch the appeal in 2014 and in January visited Quidenham to meet with staff and families for an update on the appeal and plans for the new hospice.
The royal was given a warm welcome as hundreds of well-wishers lined the street on London's Drury Lane tonight
Kate, 35, has been stepping out in some conservative ensembles of late and tonight was no exception as the royal flashed just a hint of ankle and kept her décolletage covered up with a mesh overlay on the bodice
Dazzling: During her appearance at the theatrical launch night, Kate, who has been patron of the charity since 2012, will meet a selection of guests ahead of the performance before joining the cast on stage for a group photograph
Michael Linnit and Michael Grade, together with The Global Group of Companies for Gate Ventures, are supporting the EACH Nook Appeal on the Opening Night of 42nd Street.
The charity has already been pledged a gift of £250,000 towards the appeal from one generous donor, according to EACH's website.
Executive Producer of 42nd Street, Dr Johnny Hon said: 'We are delighted to support the nook appeal on the opening night of 42nd Street and we are honoured to be joined by the Duchess of Cambridge as the charity’s Royal Patron.'
EACH's Chief Executive Graham Butland added: 'We are very much looking forward to welcoming Her Royal Highness at the Theatre Royal for what I’m sure will be an exceptional evening for the nook appeal.'
The Duchess kept her makeup simple, with a nude lip and just a hint of a smokey eye, wearing her hair in loose waves
In good company: Other VIP guests at tonight's event included Morgan Freeman, Judy Murray, Bonnie Langford and Pete Waterman. Former WAG Lizzie Cundy, as well as Strictly stars Neil and Katya Jones, were also spotted on the red carpet
A royally good outfit: Kate teamed her full-skirted Notte tulle gown with a jewelled belt, maroon heels and a clutch bag, wearing her hair loose and adding a pair of Oscar de la Renta earrings
Kate comes face-to-face with a host of glamorous showgirls as she touches down at the Theatre Royal on Tuesday evening
Dressed in a crimson Marchesa gown, the Duchess very nearly blended in with the red carpet as she made her stylish entrance at the Theatre Royal alongside television executive Lord Michael Grade (stood nearest the door)
Launch night: The Tony Award-winning musical, which has come to London for the first time, follows young Peggy's arrival in New York from small-town America as she joins the chorus line of Broadway's newest show and tries to get a big break
He added: 'This is an amazing opportunity for EACH and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who has worked so hard to make our involvement possible, including Dr Johnny Hon, Lord Michael Grade, Michael Linnit, Geoff Morrow and all their colleagues – not forgetting the incredible cast!
'It is fantastic that we have already received a very generous donation and we hope that during the evening the audience will help us raise even more money to make our vision a reality – it would be wonderful if with the support of everyone involved we could reach £420,000!
'The Nook appeal will transform children’s palliative care across Norfolk but we still have some way to go, which is why we are so excited to be embarking on a relationship with the whole team at 42nd Street.'
In a letter of support for Children's Hospice Week last year, Kate, in her role as patron of EACH, said hospices and palliative care charities offered a lifeline to parents and youngsters facing the most 'difficult times imaginable'.
Important cause: The Duchess is famously passionate about supporting children's hospices and chose EACH as one of her first four royal patronages after becoming an HRH - with tonight marking a major fundraising event for its appeal
Dressed to perfection: The Duchess teamed her full-skirted ankle length dress with a jewelled belt, maroon heels and a clutch bag, wearing her hair loose and adding a pair of drop earrings
The mother-of-two said: 'Spending quality time together is such an important aspect of family life, but for those caring for children with life-limiting conditions, even this simple act can prove to be incredibly challenging.
'The practical realities of providing round-the-clock care mean even activities that so many of us take for granted can be just too complicated.
'The amazing and life-changing support provided by children's hospices and palliative care charities across the UK offers a lifeline to families under incredible pressure.
'This support gives these families the space they need to simply spend time together, which is so important in the most difficult times imaginable.'
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