LAKEPORT, Calif. – After having to cancel its July performances due to the Mendocino Complex, Shakespeare at the Lake has announced that it has rescheduled its presentation of “As You Like It” and has secured a new venue.

The free performances will take place at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, at the Soper Reese Theatre, 275 S. Main St., Lakeport.

The performances are presented by Mendocino College Lake Center and the Lake County Theatre Co. in cooperation with the Lake County Friends of Mendocino College and the city of Lakeport.

Now in its third year, Shakespeare at the Lake this year is presenting the comedy “As You Like It,” which follows lovers Orlando and Rosalind, who find themselves exiled in the Forest of Arden.

The backdrop for the production is the 1960s, with psychedelic scene design, music from that decade plus period clothing.

The play is completely free of charge.

Open seating is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Concession sales and donations will support student scholarships and defray production expenses.

For more information, call 707-263-0577.