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On Thursday, October 13th, on the eve of the Boston Book Festival, come celebrate the city’s literary past, present and future at the inaugural Lit Crawl Boston, a night of irreverent literary programming in Boston’s Back Bay. From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., intrepid readers will choose from a variety of unique literary events including games, performances, provocations and other oddities, all in surprising venues ranging from cafes and art galleries to barbershops and shoe stores.

This moveable feast in one of the most walkable cities on the planet is FREE, and most of the events will offer free beer and wine

The Boston Lit Crawl is held in three “Rounds” plus a closing reading at the Central Burying Ground (Boylston and Charles Street). Guests can choose to attend just one event during each Round - 630PM, 730PM, 830PM-- or “crawl” from event to event. The schedule is as follows: 

Thursday, October 13 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Wheel of Austen Presents A Night of Literary Improv

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Much-beloved English author Jane Austen gets the experimental comedy treatment for one madcap night at LitCrawl Boston. Can a young lady tear herself away from her vampire romance novel to catch the eye of a gentleman caller? Will there be zombies?  Audiences will seek true love in twisted situations featuring top Boston comedians in period costume. According to ‘Wheel of Austen’ creators, audiences can expect bombastic characters playing with the conventions of Jane Austen in unexpected ways. 

All atttendees to this event are eligible for a 20% discount on Frye footwear on the day of the event. 


Thursday October 13, 2016 7:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
The Frye Company 284 Newbury Street, Boston