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REGAL IN RED

The Duchess of Cambridge steals the show in a red sheer dress as she joins Georgia May Foote and Chris Moyles at the opening night of musical 42nd Street

Kate Middleton was glowing as she arrived on the red carpet in London before being joined by celebrities including Morgan Freeman, Chris and Georgia

THE Duchess of Cambridge stole the show at the opening night of the musical 42nd Street in London.

The production is in aid of East Anglia's Children's Hospice and is running at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane.

 The Duchess of Cambridge stole the show at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane
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The Duchess of Cambridge stole the show at the Theatre Royal on Drury LaneCredit: PA:Press Association

All eyes were on mum-of-two Kate when she arrived at the event, with fans screaming her name as she stepped out of her car.

She wore a stunning red dress with sheer panelling at the top.

The pretty gown skimmed her ankles and the cuff sleeves accentuated her toned arms.

 Kate was a special guest at the opening night of musical 42nd Street
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Kate was a special guest at the opening night of musical 42nd StreetCredit: AP:Associated Press
 The production is in aid of East Anglia's Children's Hospice
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The production is in aid of East Anglia's Children's HospiceCredit: AP:Associated Press
 She dazzled the crowds in a red sheer dress and kate spade new york tassel earrings
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She dazzled the crowds in a red sheer dress and kate spade new york tassel earringsCredit: Getty Images - WireImage
 Smiling on her arrival, Kate took time to chat to those who'd waited to meet her outside
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Smiling on her arrival, Kate took time to chat to those who'd waited to meet her outsideCredit: Getty Images
 She was later led into the theatre to meet more friends of the theatre
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She was later led into the theatre to meet more friends of the theatreCredit: Rex Features
 All eyes were on her as she made her way into the Theatre Royal
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All eyes were on her as she made her way into the Theatre RoyalCredit: Getty Images

Kate wore her long hair loose over her shoulders and accessorised her outfit with a pair of large, red kate spade new york tassel earrings.
As she made her way through the theatre, Kate stopped to greet fans and young children who’d waited to see her.

She also made time to talk to some of the hospice’s staff and members of the theatre.

 Once inside Kate made sure she took the time to speak to everyone individually
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Once inside Kate made sure she took the time to speak to everyone individuallyCredit: PA:Press Association
 One young fan was greeted with a handshake and a very warm smile from the mum-of-two
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One young fan was greeted with a handshake and a very warm smile from the mum-of-twoCredit: Getty Images
 Kate's presence at the theatre lifted the room and there was a buzz of excitement as she made her way around
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Kate's presence at the theatre lifted the room and there was a buzz of excitement as she made her way aroundCredit: Getty Images
 The Duchess met show investor and supporter of the EACH charity, Dr Johnny Hon
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The Duchess met show investor and supporter of the EACH charity, Dr Johnny HonCredit: Getty Images
 Kate was without William tonight but she seemed more than confident flying solo
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Kate was without William tonight but she seemed more than confident flying soloCredit: PA:Press Association

Elsewhere, the Duchess met show investor and supporter of the EACH charity, Dr Johnny Hon.

Dr Hon said: "We are delighted to invest in this West End revival of 42nd Street, a musical loved by all."

Later on in the evening she was joined on the red carpet by radio DJ Chris Moyles.

The broadcaster was joined by his girlfriend  Tiffany Austin at the event and took time to pose with some of the showgirls who’d turned out to greet the arrivals.

 She was joined later in the evening by Chris Moyles and his girlfriend Tiffany Austin
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She was joined later in the evening by Chris Moyles and his girlfriend Tiffany AustinCredit: Rex Features
 The former Radio 1 star looked happy when he was collared for a picture with two of the cast
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The former Radio 1 star looked happy when he was collared for a picture with two of the castCredit: Getty Images
 Beaming for the cameras, Chris looked at home with his new pals
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Beaming for the cameras, Chris looked at home with his new palsCredit: PA:Press Association

Chris looked slimmer than ever as he posed with Tiffany, showing off his toned physique in a smart black jacket.

He was followed by former Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote.

The actress showed off her long legs in a pretty summer dress as she posed for photographs.

 Georgia-May Foote looked sensational in her summery dress
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Georgia-May Foote looked sensational in her summery dressCredit: PA:Press Association
 The former Coronation Street star made plenty of time to greet her fans before heading inside
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The former Coronation Street star made plenty of time to greet her fans before heading insideCredit: PA:Press Association

A-list actor Morgan Freeman also made an appearance.

He appeared to making a rather speedy entrance into the Theatre Royal but was later collared for some photographs by Sarah Hadland.

 Morgan Freeman's entrance was a little more speedy
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Morgan Freeman's entrance was a little more speedyCredit: PA:Press Association
 But he later posed for photos when he was stopped by a very happy Sarah Hadland
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But he later posed for photos when he was stopped by a very happy Sarah HadlandCredit: PA:Press Association

Lizzie Cundy also made an appearance at the Theatre Royal in a very revealing dress.

Strictly Come Dancing star Katya Jones also turned up for the event in a showstopping cape and matching hat.

Arlene Phillips, Judy Murray and Bonnie Langford also kept the date free in their diaries so they could watch the show.

 Lizzie Cundy made an entrance in this very revealing dress
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Lizzie Cundy made an entrance in this very revealing dressCredit: Fame Flynet
 The former WAG made sure all eyes were on her as she walked up the carpet
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The former WAG made sure all eyes were on her as she walked up the carpetCredit: PA:Press Association
 EastEnders star Bonnie Langford also attended
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EastEnders star Bonnie Langford also attendedCredit: PA:Press Association
 While Katya Jones made a statement in this bold ensemble
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While Katya Jones made a statement in this bold ensembleCredit: PA:Press Association
 Judy Murray didn't go unnoticed, with her trusty tennis racket in hand
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Judy Murray didn't go unnoticed, with her trusty tennis racket in handCredit: PA:Press Association
 During the night, the royal was brought up on stage
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During the night, the royal was brought up on stageCredit: Reuters
 The duchess couldn't keep the smile from her face as she was presented with a special gift
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The duchess couldn't keep the smile from her face as she was presented with a special giftCredit: Rex Features
 Kate clasped her hands over her mouth in shock
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Kate clasped her hands over her mouth in shockCredit: Reuters
 She looked right at home in front of the theatre audience
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She looked right at home in front of the theatre audienceCredit: Reuters
 Catherine looked regal as she left the event
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Catherine looked regal as she left the eventCredit: Splash News
 She waved to fans as she headed to her car
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She waved to fans as she headed to her carCredit: Splash News


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