The Duchess Of Cambridge Attends The Opening Night Of '42nd Street' In Aid Of The East Anglia Children's Hospice at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge was given a warm welcome as hundreds of well-wishers lined the street on London's Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England. The Duchess is famously passionate about supporting children's hospices and chose EACH as one of her first royal patronages

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge added a pair of drop earrings to her scarlet ensemble, teaming her dress with red suede heels and a small clutch during the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

The Duchess of Cambridge dressed in a sweeping Marchesa gown, stopped to speak to a wheelchair-bound young guest on the red carpet. She teamed her outfit with a red clutch and towering heels.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge looked to be in good spirits as she met VIP guests and showgirls at the glittering theatrical opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

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.  In this beautiful dress, featuring a lattice pattern, rosette motif, fit-and-flare design and a crystal-embellished waist. The Duchess accessorize her outfit with some maroon heels, plus some dramatic red earrings by Kate Spade, which finished the look off with a fashionable flourish.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge comes face-to-face with a host of glamorous showgirls as she touches down at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

The Duchess of Cambridge, who looked stunning in a crimson £1,105 Marchesa Notte tulle gown teamed with a jeweled belt, maroon heels and a clutch bag, as she attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England. The opening night is a fundraising event for the East Anglia Children's Hospice (EACH) of which the Duchess of Cambridge is Patron.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, who 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



Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge who wore her hair loose and accessorized with a pretty poms tassel red earrings by Kate Spade during the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge opted a crimson Marchesa Notte tulle gown teamed with a jeweled belt, maroon heels and a clutch bag, plus a pretty poms tassel red earrings by Kate Spade to complete her looks.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge has been stepping out in some conservative ensembles lately and on tonight’s event 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

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England. 

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge dazzles at the opening night of 42nd Street at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England. The opening night is a fundraising event for the East Anglia Children's Hospice (EACH) of which the Duchess of Cambridge is Patron.

The Duchess of Cambridge gives well-wishers a final wave before heading inside the Theatre Royal during opening night of '42nd Street' on April 4, 2017 in London, England.



Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge 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 (not seen), who has used the services of EACH

The Duchess of Cambridge was given a warm welcome as she exited a chauffeured car in the heart of London's theatre land, during the fundraising event for the East Anglia Children's Hospice (EACH) on April 4, 2017

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.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wore a Notte tulle dress, as she arrives for the opening night of the musical 42nd Street, in aid of East Anglia's Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London.

The Duchess of Cambridge, dressed in a crimson Marchesa gown, she very nearly blended in with the red carpet as she made her stylish entrance at the Theatre Royal alongside the show's co-producer Lord Michael Grade (stood nearest the door)

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge teamed her full-skirted Notte tulle gown with a jeweled belt, maroon heels and a clutch bag, wearing her hair loose and adding a pair of Kate Spade earrings

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

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 Duchess of Cambridge takes her seat in the Royal Box alongside co-producer Lord Michael Grade, left.  The new production features a cast of more than 50 high-kicking performers and will run until October 14 2017



The Duchess of Cambridge takes her seat in the Royal Box. The new production features a cast of more than 50 high-kicking performers and will run until October 14 2017

The Duchess was evidently delighted with the show as she joined cast members on stage in a round of applause

The Duchess of Cambridge was gifted a pair of tap shoes after she joined a host of stars for the opening of the musical 42nd Street in London

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge was given the gift on stage by co-producer Lord Michael Grade following the performance of the Broadway hit at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane where she was greeted by a host of VIP guests as well as people benefiting from EACH

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends a presentation following the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Kate Middleton grins as she receives her tap shoes

Kate Middleton was presented with her very own pair of tap shoes following 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)

The Duchess of Cambridge accepts a gift of tap shoes from producers Michael Linnet, Michael Grade and director Mark Bramble following the opening night Royal Gala performance
 



Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attending the event in her role as Royal Patron of East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH)

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and Kenneth Olisa attend the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Kenneth Olisa attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England



Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge opted for a full-skirted red dress for the West End revival of the Broadway hit at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane where she was greeted by a host of VIP guests as well as people benefiting from EACH



(2nd-L) Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge chats excitedly with co-producer Lord Michael Grade, left 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

The Duchess of Cambridge takes her seat in the Royal Box alongside co-producer 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



Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge takes her seat in the Royal Box before the much-anticipated performance kicks off.

The Duchess of Cambridge, who was seated in the Royal Box, became the Royal Patron for EACH five years ago and has attended several official engagements over the years.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge's scarlet ensemble details, carrying a small maroon clutch bag as she attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England. The opening night is a fundraising event for the East Anglia Children's Hospice (EACH) of which the Duchess of Cambridge is Patron.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge waves as she attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attends the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge arrives at the opening night of '42nd Street' in aid of EACH at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge waves to well-wishers as she arrives at the opening night of '42nd Street' in aid of EACH at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge excitedly waves to well-wishers as she attends opening night of '42nd Street' in aid of EACH at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is greeted by Kenneth Olisa, The Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London, as she attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

The Duchess of Cambridge, dressed in a crimson Marchesa dress, teamed with maroon clutch bag and jeweled belt during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, accepts a gift of tap shoes during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is seen leaving the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, takes part in a presentation during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, takes part in a presentation onstage during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is seen leaving the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, wears a pretty poms tassel statement earring by Kate Spade during the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge seen leaving after the opening night of '42nd Street' event at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, takes part in a presentation during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, takes part in a presentation during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and producer Michael Linnet take part in a presentation during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, stunning in a crimson £1,105 Marchesa Notte tulle gown teamed with a jeweled belt, maroon heels and a clutch bag, plus a statement earrings by Kate Spade as she attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wearing pretty poms tassel statement earrings by Kate Spade during the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, seen leaving and waves to well-wishers after the event at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England. The opening night is a fundraising event for the East Anglia Children's Hospice (EACH) of which the Duchess of Cambridge is Patron.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is greeted by Kenneth Olisa, The Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London, as she attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge arrives at the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wearing pretty poms tassel statement earrings by Kate Spade during the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.



Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge dazzles in Marchesa Notte tulle gown teamed with maroon heels during the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, 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. The Duchess accessorize her outfit with maroon suede heels, plus a dramatic red earrings by Kate Spade.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, earring detail by Kate Spade, departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wearing pretty poms tassel statement earrings by Kate Spade during the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs after attending the opening night of '42nd Street' at the Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge seen leaving Theatre Royal Drury Lane after attending 42nd Street - press night on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge leaving Theatre Royal Drury Lane after attending 42nd Street - press night on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge leaving Theatre Royal Drury Lane after attending 42nd Street - press night on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge leaving Theatre Royal Drury Lane after attending 42nd Street - press night on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge leaving Theatre Royal Drury Lane after attending 42nd Street - press night on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is seen leaving the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England 

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge is seen leaving the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England 

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Lord Michael grade and Michael linnit take part in a presentation during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge takes part in a presentation during the Opening Night Royal Gala performance of '42nd Street' in aid of the East Anglia Children's Hospice at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane on April 4, 2017 in London, England.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Sophie Agnew attend the opening night of '42nd Street' at Theatre Royal on April 4, 2017 in London, England.