Tuesdays with the Bard – A Poetry Evening with Aastha

Urban Solace – Your Café for the Soul – has been a beacon of cultural expression since 2009, pioneering experiences in poetry, comedy, music, art, and literature. “Tuesdays with the Bard” is a celebrated tradition, recognised in the Limca Book of Records 2016 as the longest-running poetry event in India.

For over 14 years, this weekly gathering has invited audiences into a world of heartfelt expression, where poets have stirred tears, laughter, nostalgia, and inspiration through unforgettable verses.

About the Poet: Aastha

Aastha is a copywriter by profession and a creative by passion. Her artistic spirit shines through various mediums – from illustrations to poetry. Fuelled by her love for literature and a defiant response to life’s challenges, she began writing in her teens and has never looked back. With a neurodivergent perspective and an artist’s soul, her poetry is raw, personal, and deeply moving – a heartfelt attempt to let others know they are not alone.