Tom Fletcher and Rachel Zegler among stars attending Olivier awards

Tom Fletcher, Rachel Zegler and Rosamund Pike were among a host of stars walking the “green carpet” ahead of The Olivier Awards in London.

The McFly star, who wrote the music for the award-winning West End production Paddington The Musical, posed for photos as he arrived arrived at the Royal Albert Hall.

The 40-year-old wore a navy blue velvet tuxedo and was pictured alongside Jessica Swale, who wrote the book for the smash-hit musical and wowed crowds wearing a dazzling gold gown.

The pair were all smiles as they represented Paddington The Musical, which is tipped for glory at the awards ceremony, although faces competition from Into The Woods which also has 11 nominations.

The musical, which is adapted from the books by Michael Bond and the hit films, is currently being staged at the Savoy Theatre in London and has received rave reviews since opening in December.

Speaking to the Press Association at the event, Swale hailed working with Fletcher as “really fun” and said: “It’s such a privilege to look after such a special bear. It’s just been so fun. We’ve had the greatest adventure.”

Referring to the life-like puppet of Paddington Bear which stars in the show, Swale said: “I think we were so excited about sharing (the bear) with the world. He’s just so beautiful.”

The popular musical about the marmalade-loving bear is up against Into The Woods – currently running at London’s Bridge Theatre – in many categories, including best actor in a musical, two nominations for best actor in a supporting role in a musical, and the Sir Peter Hall Award for best director.

American film star Zegler, who has been nominated for best actress in a musical for her West End debut in the lead role in Evita at the London Palladium, was also among the stars on the “green carpet”.

The 24-year-old received a nod for her critically acclaimed performance, which drew large outdoor crowds while she sang Don’t Cry For Me Argentina from an outside balcony.

Zegler stunned in a sleek black bandeau dress with gold chain detailing across the ensemble and draped over her arms as she arrived at the annual event.

The actress faces competition from Hollywood stars Cate Blanchett and Pike, as well as Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Julia McDermott and Rosie Sheehy.

Pike, who has been recognised for Inter Alia at the National Theatre, wowed crowds with a draped, silky navy dress and a scarf detail, accessorised with ornate earrings and slicked back, wet-look hair.

Meanwhile Blanchett wore an all-black ensemble with a cut-out detail across her waist, paired with simple make-up and her sleek bob was styled naturally.

Tom Hiddleston, who is up for best actor for Much Ado About Nothing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, wore a simple tuxedo while his competition, Bryan Cranston, wore a black suit.

The pair will battle it out against nominees including Sean Hayes, Jack Holden and David Shields.

Corbin Bleu was also in attendance at the star-studded affair, having been nominated for best actor in a supporting role in a musical for his role in The Great Gatsby: A New Musical at the London Coliseum.

The American actor, best known for starring in the High School Musical film franchise, wore an all-black ensemble embodying the play’s theme of 1920s glamour, accessorised with ornate silver details and a fedora.

US star Monica Barbaro, who is among the presenters at this year’s event, also posed for photos, wearing a contrasting satin gown with a white top and a black skirt.

This year’s Olivier Awards will mark the 50th anniversary of the ceremony, and will be hosted by comedian Nick Mohammed at the Royal Albert Hall.

The event, sponsored by Cunard, will be available to watch on BBC Two and iPlayer at 7pm on April 12, with highlights on BBC Radio 2.