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This article originally appears in the May 2016 issue of ELLE, available digitally on April 5, on newsstands in select cities starting April 6, and nationwide on April 19. In this worldwide ELLE exclusive, Beyoncé gives a rare in-depth interview, in which she speaks candidly about how the first Destiny's Child album helped her discover she had real power, why she approached Topshop to be her 50-50 partner in Ivy Park, the true meaning of feminism, what she wants to accomplish next, her "Formation" message, and much more. Here, the full interview. January 23 was a normal day for Beyoncé. On the docket: 1. Showcase new athleisure line, Ivy Park 2. Plot launch of new music label 3. Prepare to dominate Super Bowl 50 4. Polish off top secret "Formation" video 5. Gear up for all-stadium world tour When "Run the world" is your business plan, your day starts early. At exactly 5 a.m., Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter arrives at Mimoda, a spare, mirror-walled, b

Get swept away by the beauty and intrigue of the arts   In challenging times, we look to the arts to uplift our spirits, distract our busy minds and inspire our souls. Although it might be awhile before we can all gather in one space to watch our favorite musicians, actors, dancers and comedians, we are so grateful for the countless ways virtual performances connect us from afar, as we watch from our individual homes. Onstage wonders Watch a symphony in your pajamas — Photo courtesy of iStock / cyano66 While stages are dark, The Metropolitan Opera has launched " Nightly Met Opera Streams ," a free series of encore Live in HD presentations streamed on the company website. For the duration of the Met’s closure, a different encore presentation will be made available for free streaming every day. Take a virtual trip around the globe by tuning into the  Vancouver Symphony Orchestra ,  Seattle Symphony Live Broadcasts ,  Berliner Philharmoniker  digital concert hall and live stream