Cara Delevingne added an extra edge when she made her stage debut as Sally Bowles at London’s famous West End Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theatre.
Taking the stage for her first show on Monday night, the actress and model felt right at home as she cast herself into the role.
In the role of Sally Bowles – made famous by Liza Minnelli in the 1972 film version – Cara follows in the footsteps of Oscar nominee Jessie Buckley who previously played the role.
The star, 31, appears alongside Olivier award-winning Luke Treadaway – who stars as The Emcee in the iconic play.
Dressed in a white silk slip dress, the star looked a world away from her usual eye-catching catwalk ensembles.
Cara Delevingne, 31, wowed as she made her West End debut in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the Playhouse Theater on Monday night
Wearing heavy makeup and a bold red lip, her hair was styled in a blown-out bob as she broke down in emotional scenes on stage
Wearing heavy makeup and a bold red lip, her hair was styled in a blown-out bob as she broke down on stage in emotional scenes.
While Cara has already made a name for himself in the acting world, appearing in films such as Anna Karenina, Paper Towns, Suicide Squad and Tulip Fever. Cabaret marks her West End debut.
Fans took to Twitter to congratulate the star on her incredible performance and rave about her performative talent.
One wrote: ‘I’ve seen a LOT of Sally Bowles in my day. But good Lord, Cara Delevingne might be the very best. A real pinch-me moment to see her opening night, right in the front row. Devastating really. Nice. Beg, borrow, STEAL for a ticket.’
A second joked: ‘cara delevingne singing might suddenly be my new religion this time, thank you cabaret’.
A third wrote: ‘cabaret best musical ever ever! cara delevingne
Another said: ‘woWEE cara delevingne I am’.
Sienna Miller and her boyfriend Oli Green attended Cara and Luke’s first show as they left the theater after the spectacular performance.
Dressed in a white silk slip dress, the star looked a world away from her usual eye-catching catwalk looks
In the role of Sally Bowles – made famous by Liza Minnelli in the 1972 film version – Cara follows in the footsteps of Oscar nominee Jessie Buckley who previously played the role
Last month it was announced that Cara would be taking on the role, as she said at the time: ‘there are no words to explain her excitement’
In another scene, Cara was dressed in an elaborate green fur coat and a patterned headscarf
The star appears alongside Olivier award-winning Luke Treadaway, who stars as The Emcee in the iconic play
Fans took to Twitter to congratulate the star on her incredible performance and rave about her performative talent
The American-British actress looked effortlessly chic as she opted for a long black leather coat for the evening, which she teamed with some black boots.
Below the star, 42, wore a pair of smart navy trousers and a simple black top.
Beaming from ear to ear after the performance, Sienna was followed closely by her boyfriend Oli, 27, with whom she welcomed her second child, a daughter, in January.
The new parents enjoyed a night off from parenting duties as they headed to the theater.
Meanwhile, the star of the show looked completely overwhelmed as she left the theater after her first night on the job.
Cara was hit with her hands on her face as she appeared to struggle to get back down to earth after the intense show.
The star appeared bare-faced after removing her stage make-up and donned a stylish black jacket with a red collar as she was greeted by fans at the stage door.
The star opted for chic pinstripe trousers and a simple gray top, while her hair was swept back from her face in a sleek bun.
Sienna Miller and her boyfriend Oli Green attended Cara and Luke’s first show as they left the theater after the spectacular performance
Looking effortlessly chic, the American-British actress opted for a long black leather coat for the evening, which she paired with tailored navy trousers.
Meanwhile, the star of the show looked completely overwhelmed as she left the theater with a smile on her face after her first night at work
Cara was hit with her hands on her face as she appeared to struggle to get back down to earth after the intense show
The star opted for chic pinstripe trousers and a simple gray top, while her hair was swept back from her face in a sleek bun
Last month it was announced that Cara would be taking on the role, as she said at the time: ‘there are no words to explain her excitement’.
The duo will perform for three months, from March 11 to June 1, 2024.
Cara and Luke have taken over from Jake Shears and Rebecca Lucy, who ended their run on March 9.
Commenting on her exciting new stint, Cara said: “There are no words to explain the excitement I have as I return home to make my stage debut in such an iconic role.
‘I am so inspired by the brilliant actors who have played Sally in previous productions around the world and in this one in the West End.
“I can’t wait to be part of this brilliant cast and production.”
Luke added: “I can’t wait to join the Kit Kat Club and take part in this extraordinary production. It’s a huge thrill to be asked to take on this and I’m really looking forward to getting started.’
Taking the stage for her first show, the actress and model felt right at home as she threw herself into the role
Cara wore a silk lilac bralette and oversized brown pants in another scene
Cara and Luke will perform for three months, from March 11 to June 1
Before the performance, the audience gathered outside the theater
Eddie Redmayne, who starred in the classic musical in 2021, previously raved about the astonishing production when he performed as The Emcee in the Cabaret.
He said: ‘Performing John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe Masteroff’s extraordinary piece with a dazzling group at the Kit Kat Club in the heart of London was the stuff dreams are made of.’
He added: “Playing this role in Cabaret was one of the few bucket list things of my life. And I don’t have many.
“The process of putting this piece together took six years, and it’s so exciting when something you dreamed of exceeds your expectations.”