She currently plays the lead female role in West End production All About Eve.
And Lily James celebrated the opening night of her new play in style as she joined co-star Gillian Anderson at a glitzy afterparty, held at The Waldorf Hilton in London on Tuesday evening.
The Downton Abbey actress, 29, commanded attention as she slipped into a monochrome polka dot maxi dress, embellished with detailed pleating throughout.
Treading the boards: Lily James celebrated the opening night of her new play All About Eve in style at a glitzy afterparty, held at The Waldorf Hilton in London on Tuesday evening
Turning heads with her striking display, the screen star's bold ensemble also featured trendy oversized sleeves to add even more pazzazz to her look.
The Surrey native enhanced her height in a pair of classic pointed court heels and accessorised with dainty hooped earrings.
War and Peace star Lily swept her blonde locks into a chic bun to reveal her stunning features, which were accentuated with matte foundation and glossy rose-tinted lipstick.
The Fall star Gillian, 50, caught the eye in a two-tone gown, featuring an asymmetric satin bodice.
Beaming: Joined by co-star Gillian Anderson, the Downton Abbey actress, 29, commanded attention as she slipped into a monochrome polka dot maxi dress, embellished with detailed pleating
Looking good: Turning heads with her striking display, the screen star's bold ensemble also featured trendy oversized sleeves for a pop of pazzazz to her look
Radiant: The Surrey native enhanced her height in a pair of classic pointed court heels and accessorised with a pair of dainty hooped earrings
Close: Lily appeared in high spirits as she shared a hug with co-star Gillian, 50
Turning heads: The Mamma Mia star made a stylish entrance as she arrived at the Noel Coward theatre
Doting boyfriend: Matt was right by her side to support her on her big night
Flashing a hint of her pristine red pedicure, the Sex Education actress sported a pair of black strappy heels.
Mamma Mia star Lily joins Gillian to tread the boards in Ivo van Hove's new stage adaptation of the 1950 Bette Davis film.
Johnny English actress Gillian plays legendary Broadway star Margo Channing, whose career is threatened by her number one fan Eve, portrayed by Lily.
As ruthless and ambitious as she is beautiful, Eve has to contend with cynical theatre columnist Addison DeWitt on her rise to the top.
Style savvy: The Sex Education actress caught the eye in a two-tone gown, featuring an asymmetric satin bodice
In good company: The blonde beamed with delight as she joined her mother Ninette Thomson at the event
Off she goes: On her departure, Chicago native Gillian wrapped up in a vibrant red jacket
Fan favourite: The Hannibal star stopped to take selfies with keen fans following her opening night on the stage
All eyes on her: The Mamma Mia actress currently plays the lead female role in the West End production
Plot: As ruthless and ambitious as she is beautiful, Eve, played by Lily, has to contend with cynical theatre columnist Addison DeWitt on her rise to the top.
Off she goes: Following a long night, Lily hopped into a black cab with her beau Matt Smith, and her mother Ninette
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