Emma Watson wants her character Belle in her upcoming film Beauty and the Beast to put a spotlight on some important issues.
The 26-year-old actress stepped out at a screening of the film on Monday night (March 13) in New York City.
She was joined by Dan Stevens, Josh Gad, Josh Groban, Audra McDonald, Stanley Tucci and Ewan McGregor.
Emma recently opened up about how her character Belle’s love of books holds an important hidden meaning.
“[Books are] so powerful and they have the ability to change your life and your outlook, and this story really speaks to that, the sacred nature of books and their ability to transport you and empower you,” she told Mashable.
Emma added, “We still live in a world where there are probably over 80 million girls who won’t get to go to school just because of their gender.”
FYI: Emma is wearing Christopher Kane.
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Emma Watson sings all of Belle’s classic songs on the soundtrack for the new version of Beauty and the Beast and you can finally stream the full album right now!
The soundtrack is in stores now ahead of the movie’s release next week and you can download the album now on iTunes or stream it below from Spotify.
The deluxe edition of the soundtrack includes Celine Dion‘s version of “How Does a Moment Last Forever,” Ariana Grande and John Legend‘s rendition of the classic “Beauty and the Beast,” and Josh Groban‘s version of the new song “Evermore.”
If you’re pumped for Disney’s upcoming live-action film Beauty and the Beast, we have some exciting news for you!
The movie now has an all-new poster AND will feature a brand-new song by Josh Groban called “Evermore.”
The singer recorded the ballad for the film’s soundtrack and end credits.
It will also be performed by the Beast (Dan Stevens) after he releases Belle (Emma Watson) to be with her father.
“Evermore” was written by Oscar-winning composers Alan Menken (The Little Mermaid, Aladdin) and Tim Rice (The Lion King).
The original motion picture soundtrack will be released by Walt Disney Records on March 10. Pre-order it now on Amazon and other services.
“I’m honored to have recorded a special version of For Evermore for the new movie AND I get to show you this never before seen poster!!!” Josh tweeted. Check it out below!
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Darren Criss is all smiles while snapping a photo with singer Josh Groban at the Pandora Presents concert held in New York City on Monday (June 1).
The 28-year-old former Glee actor, who is currently starring on Broadway in the hit show Hedwig and the Angry Inch, joined Josh on stage and they did an a capella version of the song “Anthem” from the musical Chess.
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Also appearing at the concert was Sierra Boggess, who is starring in the new musical comedy It Shoulda Been You. Go check out it!
