Aarti is a theatre artiste, writer and translator. She has an M.A. in Literary Arts & Creative Writing and her first children’s book is a forthcoming publication by Katha. Aarti’s work is centred around creating make-believe worlds for children that mirror complex realities. She is deeply interested in the metaphoric possibilities of puppets and is currently working on concepts at the intersection of arts and science. Her journey in the arts began as a child in theatre workshops, and she has since gone to work for and with children as an adult. She has specialized in children’s theatre and has worked as an actress, theatre facilitator and Asst. Director in Delhi since 2016. Aarti is also a core member of Khilona, India’s first company of adults performing for children. She was trained by VK Sharma, a veteran theatre director and a pioneer in the field of children’s theatre.