A Clockwork Orange, Defiant Theatre, through Oct.16. Ludwig Van (Beethoven, that is), Ultra-Violence and provocative social commentary in Defiant’s swan-song adaptation of Anthony Burgess’ 1962 caveat on government-mandated conformity. (MSB)
Hannah and Martin, TimeLine Theatre, through Oct. 10. This reprise of last year’s hit about philosophers Hannah Arendt and Martin Heidegger is every bit as good as the original in drama and power, guaranteed quality artistry and entertainment. (RR)
The Merry Wives of Windsor, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, through Nov. 21. One of Chicago’s most gifted comic actors, Greg Vinkler, as one of Shakespeare’s greatest comic creations, Falstaff, under the innovative direction of Barbara Gaines. Can’t miss. (RR)
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolfe?, Court Theatre, through Oct. 24. Court launches its 50th season with this no-holds-barred Edward Albee liquor-fueled raver. Award-winning actors Kevin Gudahl and Barbara E. Robertson should be superb as George and Martha, (JA)
By Abarbanel (JA), Barnidge (MSB) and Reed (RR)