Theatreworks’ program ACT OUT is for those who like their Shakespeare short and sweet. This year’s free 65-minute production of “2 Gents,” better known as “The Two Gentlemen of Verona,” can be seen at libraries, schools, community centers, parks and senior centers throughout the Pikes Peak region. The next two shows are at 6 p.m. Friday in Memorial Park in Manitou Springs, 502 Manitou Ave.; and 2 p.m. Saturday in Panorama Park, 4540 Fenton Road; 719-255-3232, entcenterforthearts.org.