Lyrical Muse

Echoes of Form

“Some things don’t leave. We just learn how to carry them.” Dancer and artist Sivaranjani is April’s Monthly Muse. Dive into our conversation about how her art and dance influence each other, experimenting with new styles and more. May’s full Flower Moon will light up the night sky on Friday 1 May. April 29 is celebrated annually as International Dance Day, to mark the cultural and educational importance of dance. As we mark six years since the death of Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan, we revisit our birthday tribute piece for him. Canadian rock band Working Royals unfurls three decades worth of friendship on latest album ‘Cross Country’, a 11-track project diving into long-distance friendship, family, second chances, and staying connected as life pulls you in different directions. Our next ‘First Light Feature’ is @gehena_thilakesh, who chats about confidence and empowering others to pursue their dreams. From extreme endurance feats to collective campaigns, the London Marathon continues to serve as a powerful platform for fundraising. As part of Lyrical Muse’s first digital zine ‘First Light’, we spoke to @decodingdraupadi about the women-centric community they’ve built and the gaps they’re working to close.