Dita von Teese, Jodie Comer, Hannah Waddingham and Sheridan Smith attend the Olivier Awards 2023
Dita von Teese wows in a plunging silver gown as she joins glamorous Jodie Comer, Hannah Waddingham and Sheridan Smith at the Olivier Awards 2023
Dita von Teese, Jodie Comer, Hannah Waddingham and Sheridan Smith led the stars attending the 2023 Laurence Olivier Awards at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Sunday.
The burlesque dancer, 50, put on a glamorous display in a plunging shimmering silver gown with a belt that cinched in her waist.
She toted a matching beaded silver clutch and added dangling diamond earrings for even more sparkle.
Her raven tresses were swept up in an old Hollywood glamour curled hairdo and pinned back from her face.
Meanwhile, Jodie oozed sophistication in a crimson mini dress that boasted ruffles and a long dramatic train as she posed for a slew of sizzling snaps.
![Wow! Dita von Teese, Jodie Comer, Hannah Waddingham and Sheridan Smith led the stars attending the 2023 Laurence Olivier Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393505-11930465-image-a-62_1680453982306.jpg)
![Glam: Jodie oozed sophistication in a crimson mini dress that boasted ruffles and a long dramatic train](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393515-11930465-image-m-61_1680453974446.jpg)
![Gorgeous: Hannah looked incredible in a glam purple gown](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393517-11930465-image-m-65_1680453989168.jpg)
![Beauty: Sheridan looked elegant in a silk white blouse, teamed with a gold maxi skirt and a belt that cinched in her waist](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393519-11930465-image-a-64_1680453982307.jpg)
Wow! Dita von Teese, Jodie Comer, Hannah Waddingham and Sheridan Smith led the stars attending the 2023 Laurence Olivier Awards at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Sunday
![Strike a pose! The burlesque dancer, 50, put on a glamorous display in a plunging shimmering silver gown with a belt that cinched in her waist](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393503-11930465-image-a-66_1680454680590.jpg)
Strike a pose! The burlesque dancer, 50, put on a glamorous display in a plunging shimmering silver gown with a belt that cinched in her waist
![Stunning: Her raven tresses were swept up in an old Hollywood glamour curled hairdo and pinned back from her face](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393639-11930465-Stunning_Her_raven_tresses_were_swept_up_in_an_old_Hollywood_gla-a-107_1680455983259.jpg)
Stunning: Her raven tresses were swept up in an old Hollywood glamour curled hairdo and pinned back from her face
Her frock featured an off the shoulder neckline and was tailored to perfection, hugging every inch of her gorgeous figure.
The actress, 30, who is nominated for her one woman show Prima Facie, completed the look with matching heel
Accentuating her features with a radiant make-up palette she swept back her blonde locks with strands framing her beautiful face.
Hannah put on a busty display in a purple bardot mini dress that boasted a long dramatic train as she smiled for a slew of snaps.
Sheridan Smith looked elegant in a silk white blouse, teamed with a gold maxi skirt and a belt that cinched in her waist.
Laura Whitmore looked sensational in an all black enemble as she posed up a storm for the cameras.
The former Love Island host, 37, slipped into a pair of wide legged trousers which she teamed with a matching vest and a chic blazer over her shoulders.
She accessorised with large statement earrings and toted her essentials for the evening in a black clutch.
Accentuating her features with a radiant make-up palette she slicked back her blonde locks into a bun.
Rose Ayling-Ellis looked flawless in a yellow ruffled gown featuring a beaded neckline and train, while toting her essentials around in a coordinating clutch.
The actress, 28, added inches to her enviable frame with a pair of heels and accessorised with floral silver drop earrings and a dazzling bracelet.
Rose had flawlessly applied a full face of make-up to accentuate her natural beauty and appeared to be in high spirits as she prepared to enter the venue.
The former EastEnders star has been nominated in the category for Best Actress In A Supporting Role, following her portrayal of Celia in Shakespeare’s As You Like It.
Paul Mescal, who is nominated in the Best Actor category for his role as Stanley in A Streetcar Named Desire at Almeida theatre, wore a black suit and matching tie for the evening.
He wore a smart white shirt and completed his look by opting for a pair of polished black shoes.
Love Island’s Samie Elishi showed off her impeccable style in a black backless contrast gown, teamed with matching stilettos.
The reality star looked radiant as she sported a full face of ICONIC London makeup, while her brunette locks were swept back in a bun.
![Leggy: Meanwhile, Jodie oozed sophistication in a crimson mini dress that boasted ruffles and a long dramatic train](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393621-11930465-Leggy_The_actress_put_on_a_very_leggy_display_in_a_crimson_mini_-a-89_1680454803286.jpg)
Leggy: Meanwhile, Jodie oozed sophistication in a crimson mini dress that boasted ruffles and a long dramatic train
![Incredible: Hannah put on a busty display in a purple bardot mini dress that boasted a long dramatic train as she smiled for a slew of snaps](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393833-11930465-image-m-101_1680455505219.jpg)
![Stylish: She boosted her height in a pair of sparkling heels](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393835-11930465-image-a-102_1680455518587.jpg)
Incredible: Hannah put on a busty display in a purple bardot mini dress that boasted a long dramatic train as she smiled for a slew of snaps
![Radiant: The actress opted for a glam makeup look while her blonde tresses were swept back in a ponytail](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393837-11930465-image-a-103_1680455560234.jpg)
Radiant: The actress opted for a glam makeup look while her blonde tresses were swept back in a ponytail
![Chic: Sheridan Smith looked elegant in a silk white blouse, teamed with a gold maxi skirt and a belt that cinched in her waist](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69394235-11930465-image-a-110_1680456713651.jpg)
Chic: Sheridan Smith looked elegant in a silk white blouse, teamed with a gold maxi skirt and a belt that cinched in her waist
![Elegant: The actress, 41, accessorised with dazzling gold drop earrings](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69394229-11930465-image-a-111_1680456740264.jpg)
Elegant: The actress, 41, accessorised with dazzling gold drop earrings
Marisha Wallace stood out from the crowd in an eye-catching shimmering blue gown with matching heel.
Darcey Bussell put on a glamorous display in a pink satin blouse and a black maxi skirt.
Paul Taylor-Millis looked dapper in a black suit while snapping selfies with fans outside of the event.
Former Love Island star Amber Davies, 26, who won the show in 2017, stunned in a black one-shoulder gown.
Television personality Amber, who has carved out a successful West End career for herself, showed off her hourglass figure in the garment which reached almost down to the ground.
Her gown featured a sleeve on one side with a uniquely shaped neckline which swept towards the sleeve.
She wore a pair of open-toed heels to add a few inches to her stature and carried a jewel encrusted purse with her.
Jodie and Paul are among the nominees for the top gongs at the Olivier Awards 2023.
David Furnish cut a dapper figure as he attended The Olivier Awards 2023 with West End actress Katie Brayben.
Sir Elton John ‘s filmmaker husband, 60, looked suave in a double-breasted black jacket, which he teamed up with matching suit trousers and a scarf.
He completed his look with glossy black shoes, and posed alongside the pregnant star on the steps of London’s Royal Albert Hall on Sunday.
Katie, who is nominated for her role in Tammy Faye in the Best Actress In A Musical category, exhibited her bourgeoning baby bump in a cream maxi dress.
Her trendy number featured light blue and navy stripes, along with sleeves and a plunging neckline. She elevated her height with black heels.
Stars of the West End will celebrate the best of British theatre at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday hosted by Ted Lasso actress Hannah Waddingham.
A new stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s 1988 animated film My Neighbour Totoro leads the pack with nine nominations, with star Mei Mac nominated for best actress.
She faces competition from Killing Eve star Comer for her critically acclaimed one-woman play Prima Facie; Patsy Ferran for A Streetcar Named Desire; Janet McTeer for Phaedra; and Nicola Walker for The Corn Is Green.
![Style: Laura Whitmore looked sensational in an all black enemble as she posed up a storm for the cameras](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69392909-11930465-Style_Laura_Whitmore_looked_sensational_in_an_all_black_enemble_-a-27_1680453893783.jpg)
Style: Laura Whitmore looked sensational in an all black enemble as she posed up a storm for the cameras
![Chic: The former Love Island host, 37, slipped into a pair of wide legged trousers which she teamed with a matching vest and a chic blazer over her shoulders](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393417-11930465-Chic_The_former_Love_Island_host_37_slipped_into_a_pair_of_wide_-a-29_1680453893784.jpg)
Chic: The former Love Island host, 37, slipped into a pair of wide legged trousers which she teamed with a matching vest and a chic blazer over her shoulders
![Stunning: Rose Ayling-Ellis looked flawless in a yellow ruffled gown featuring a beaded neckline and train, while toting her essentials around in a coordinating clutch](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393753-11930465-image-a-104_1680455724343.jpg)
Stunning: Rose Ayling-Ellis looked flawless in a yellow ruffled gown featuring a beaded neckline and train, while toting her essentials around in a coordinating clutch
![Glowing: The actress, 28, added inches to her enviable frame with a pair of heels and accessorised with floral silver drop earrings and a dazzling bracelet](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393755-11930465-image-a-105_1680455729034.jpg)
Glowing: The actress, 28, added inches to her enviable frame with a pair of heels and accessorised with floral silver drop earrings and a dazzling bracelet
![Beautiful: Rose had flawlessly applied a full face of make-up to accentuate her natural beauty and appeared to be in high spirits as she prepared to enter the venue](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393757-11930465-image-a-106_1680455733887.jpg)
Beautiful: Rose had flawlessly applied a full face of make-up to accentuate her natural beauty and appeared to be in high spirits as she prepared to enter the venue
![In style: Paul Mescal, 27, looked dapper in a smart black suit as he arrived at the Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393001-11930465-In_style_Paul_Mescal_27_looked_dapper_in_a_smart_black_suit_as_h-a-91_1680454932630.jpg)
In style: Paul Mescal, 27, looked dapper in a smart black suit as he arrived at the Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday
![Fashion focus: The star, who is nominated in the Best Actor category for his role as Stanley in A Streetcar Named Desire at Almeida theatre, wore a black suit and matching tie](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69392999-11930465-Fashion_focus_The_star_who_is_nominated_in_the_Best_Actor_catego-a-92_1680454938762.jpg)
Fashion focus: The star, who is nominated in the Best Actor category for his role as Stanley in A Streetcar Named Desire at Almeida theatre, wore a black suit and matching tie
![Strike a pose: He wore a smart white shirt and completed his look by opting for a pair of polished black shoes](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393235-11930465-Strike_a_pose_He_wore_a_smart_white_shirt_and_completed_his_look-a-90_1680454919434.jpg)
Strike a pose: He wore a smart white shirt and completed his look by opting for a pair of polished black shoes
![Bold: Marisha Wallace stood out from the crowd in an eye-catching shimmering blue gown with matching heel](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69392949-11930465-Bold_Marisha_Wallace_stood_out_from_the_crowd_in_an_eye_catching-a-23_1680453893777.jpg)
Bold: Marisha Wallace stood out from the crowd in an eye-catching shimmering blue gown with matching heel
![Wow! Leanne Robinson cut a glamorous figure in a dazzling silver figure-hugging gown, teamed with strappy black heels](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393191-11930465-Wow_Leanne_Robinson_cut_a_glamorous_figure_in_a_dazzling_silver_-a-34_1680453893788.jpg)
Wow! Leanne Robinson cut a glamorous figure in a dazzling silver figure-hugging gown, teamed with strappy black heels
![Gorgeous: Darcey Bussell put on a glamorous display in a pink satin blouse and a black maxi skirt](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393243-11930465-Gorgeous_Darcey_Bussell_put_on_a_glamorous_display_in_a_pink_sat-a-25_1680453893783.jpg)
![Beauty: She opted for a soft glam makeup look with a swipe of nude lipstick](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393247-11930465-Beauty_She_opted_for_a_soft_glam_makeup_look_with_a_swipe_of_nud-a-26_1680453893783.jpg)
Gorgeous: Darcey Bussell put on a glamorous display in a pink satin blouse and a black maxi skirt
![Suave: David Furnish cut a dapper figure as he attended The Olivier Awards 2023 with West End actress Katie Brayben](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393349-11930465-Suave_David_Furnish_cut_a_dapper_figure_as_he_attended_The_Olivi-a-93_1680455164092.jpg)
Suave: David Furnish cut a dapper figure as he attended The Olivier Awards 2023 with West End actress Katie Brayben
![Smart: Sir Elton John's filmmaker husband, 60, looked suave in a double-breasted black jacket, which he teamed up with matching suit trousers and a scarf](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393351-11930465-Smart_Sir_Elton_John_s_filmmaker_husband_60_looked_suave_in_a_do-a-94_1680455168397.jpg)
Smart: Sir Elton John’s filmmaker husband, 60, looked suave in a double-breasted black jacket, which he teamed up with matching suit trousers and a scarf
![Glamour puss: Amber Davies, 26, looked sensational in a one-sleeve black dress as she arrived at he Olivier Award](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393719-11930465-Glamour_puss_Amber_Davies_26_looked_sensational_in_a_one_sleeve_-a-112_1680457094003.jpg)
Glamour puss: Amber Davies, 26, looked sensational in a one-sleeve black dress as she arrived at he Olivier Award
![In style: The former Love Island star, who won the show in 2017, stunned in a black one-shoulder gown which showed off her hourglass figure](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69393717-11930465-In_style_The_former_Love_Island_star_who_won_the_show_in_2017_st-a-113_1680457104933.jpg)
In style: The former Love Island star, who won the show in 2017, stunned in a black one-shoulder gown which showed off her hourglass figure
Meanwhile, Oscar-nominated Irish actor Mescal is up for best actor for his role in the new stage adaptation of A Streetcar Named Desire.
He will battle it out against David Tennant for Good; Tom Hollander for Patriots; Rafe Spall for To Kill A Mockingbird; and Giles Terera for Blues For An Alabama Sky in the male category.
Standing At The Sky’s Edge, which is set in Sheffield and premiered in the city in 2019 before moving to London this year, is the most nominated musical with eight nods including best new musical and best director.
It was also recognised in the best actress in a musical category for its lead Faith Omole, who will compete against Katie Brayben for Tammy Faye; Anoushka Lucas for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!; and Miri Mesika for The Band’s Visit.
The best actor in a musical category will be chosen from Alon Moni Aboutboul for The Band’s Visit; Julian Ovenden for South Pacific; Andrew Rannells for Tammy Faye; and Arthur Darvill for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!
Newly transferred to the West End after sell-out runs on Broadway, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! is one of the most nominated shows this year with seven nods, including best musical revival.
Following closely behind with six nominations each are A Streetcar Named Desire, To Kill A Mockingbird and The Band’s Visit, the musical adapted from the eponymous Israeli film.
It is a big year for first-time acting nominations with 27 people receiving their first nod, including Comer, Mescal, Rose Ayling-Ellis, Caroline Quentin, Sharon Small and Anjana Vasan.
A number of famous faces including Sex Education star Aimee Lou Wood, burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese and Dracula Untold actor Luke Evans will present awards during the ceremony.
![Glam: Love Island's Samie Elishi showed off her impeccable style in a black backless contrast gown, teamed with matching stilettos](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69394069-11930465-image-a-108_1680456576703.jpg)
Glam: Love Island’s Samie Elishi showed off her impeccable style in a black backless contrast gown, teamed with matching stilettos
![Glowing: The reality star looked radiant as she sported a full face of ICONIC London makeup, while her brunette locks were swept back in a bun](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/18/69394073-11930465-image-a-109_1680456595203.jpg)
Glowing: The reality star looked radiant as she sported a full face of ICONIC London makeup, while her brunette locks were swept back in a bun
![Glam: Mei Mac turned heads in a bold red gown with large rose details and a thigh-high split](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393199-11930465-Glam_Mei_Mac_turned_heads_in_a_bold_red_gown_with_large_rose_det-a-33_1680453893788.jpg)
Glam: Mei Mac turned heads in a bold red gown with large rose details and a thigh-high split
![Sweet: Mei posed alongside her friends and family at the event](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393195-11930465-Sweet_Mei_posed_alongside_her_friends_and_family_at_the_event-a-22_1680453893770.jpg)
Sweet: Mei posed alongside her friends and family at the event
![Couple: Jackie St Clair and her businessman husband Carl Michaelson put on a loved-up display](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69392961-11930465-Couple_Jackie_St_Clair_and_her_businessman_husband_Carl_Michaels-a-36_1680453894024.jpg)
![Stunning: She looked incredible in a glamorous gold gown](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69392959-11930465-Stunning_She_looked_incredible_in_a_glamorous_gold_gown-a-35_1680453893806.jpg)
Couple: Jackie St Clair and her businessman husband Carl Michaelson put on a loved-up display
![Fans: Paul Taylor-Millis looked dapper in a black suit while snapping selfies with fans outside of the event](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69392947-11930465-Fans_Paul_Taylor_Millis_looked_dapper_in_a_black_suit_while_snap-a-30_1680453893785.jpg)
Fans: Paul Taylor-Millis looked dapper in a black suit while snapping selfies with fans outside of the event
![Star-studded: The Olivier Awards 2023 will broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX from 10.15pm to 12.20am](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69392925-11930465-Star_studded_The_Olivier_Awards_2023_will_broadcast_on_ITV1_and_-a-31_1680453893785.jpg)
Star-studded: The Olivier Awards 2023 will broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX from 10.15pm to 12.20am
![Hostess with the mostess: Stars of the West End will celebrate the best of British theatre at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday hosted by Ted Lasso actress Hannah Waddingham](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/04/02/17/69393207-11930465-Hostess_with_the_mostess_Stars_of_the_West_End_will_celebrate_th-a-24_1680453893782.jpg)
Hostess with the mostess: Stars of the West End will celebrate the best of British theatre at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday hosted by Ted Lasso actress Hannah Waddingham
Irish singer Ronan Keating, Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical composer Tim Minchin, Bridgerton actress Golda Rosheuvel and Kingsman: The Secret Service’s Mark Strong will also take to the stage to announce winners.
The ceremony is set to see Waddingham perform an opening number, written by The Great British Bake Off Musical composer Pippa Cleary, featuring West End stars.
Meanwhile the green carpet, which last year was made from real grass, is also making a return.
The Olivier Awards 2023 will broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX from 10.15pm to 12.20am.