Dr. Sex, Bailiwick Repertory through Oct. 26 (extension likely). A merry, racy musical comedy about pioneering sex researcher Alfed C. Kinsey, who appears to have practiced what he peeked. Full of toe-tapping tunes and cheeky prurience. (Abarbanel)
Judgment at Nuremberg, Shattered Globe at the Loop Theater, through Oct. 12. World War II may be over, but there's still the matter of who did what to whom and whether they can be held responsible for their actions. Last chance to see this runaway hit. (Barnidge)
The Play About the Baby, Goodman Theatre through Nov. 2. Edward Albee's absurdist trek into a surreal garden of Eden boasts strong ensemble work and a script that entertains, makes us laugh, cringe, and think. (Reed)
The Taming of the Shrew, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre through Nov. 23. The daily rags gave this tepid reviews. What do they know? A luminous ensemble shines in this un-PC, but fiercely funny, classic; placed by director David Bell in a lively 1960's piazza. (Reed)
Abarbanel, Barnidge and Reed