"Hairspray's" world domination tour continues.

 The musical that celebrates big hair, big girths and big hearts, is a smash hit in London, home to the world's most discerning theater audience.

 When nominations were released today for the 2008 Laurence Olivier Awards -- England's equivalent of the Tonys -- 'Hairspray" had received a record 11 nods -- the most that any show has received in the awards ceremony's 32-year history.

In fact, the show inspired by John Waters' musical set in 1960s Baltimore, was nominated in practically every category in which it was qualified to enter, including best new musical, best director, actor, actress, supporting role (two nominations), costumes, choreography and sets.

Winners of the Oliviers, which honor the best in theater, opera and dance in Britain, will be announced March 9.