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Mentions of retail theft seem to be fading, their fever pitch cooling. What's changed? And how bad was the problem in the first place?

NOTE: Extended run until June 26. From the KPBS weekend arts preview: What do the '80s band The Go-Go's and 16th century Chivalric literature? Diversionary Theatre's upcoming production of "Head Over Heels," penned by Jeff Whitty ("Avenue Q"), might offer one answer. This is a "jukebox musical," so instead of original songs performed by the characters to advance the plot, existing, popular music is used. In this case, it's music by the '80s band The Go-Go's, based on Sir Philip Sidney's "Arcadia." The story effectively follows a royal family as they attempt to counteract an ominous prophesy — with some intrigue, jealousy and scandal along the way. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS From the organizers: From the visionary behind "Avenue Q" comes a bold new Broadway musical fairytale where Once Upon a Time crashes into our present moment. In the mythical land of Arcadia, the royal family is challenged to set out on a journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction. Through their adventure gender roles are upended, relationships liberated, and love is discovered in the most surprising of ways. Told to the hypnotic beat of the iconic 80’s all-girl rock band The Go-Go’s, Head Over Heels joyously unveils a path to a new world where diversity is celebrated and ladies lead! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

This week, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria signed an executive order responding to the fentanyl crisis in San Diego. It directs the San Diego police department to focus more of its efforts on disrupting sales of the drug. Later, Santa takes on a group of mercenaries who hold a family captive on Christmas Eve in the new R-rated action comedy film Violent Night. David Harbour plays the put upon St. Nick who serves up a different kind of holiday cheer. And finally, For our weekend arts preview, we have the Broadway production of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a young violin sensation returns to his hometown and some visual art.

The English alt-rock star talks about writing in the Dorset dialect of her childhood home on her new album, I Inside the Old Year Dying, plus she performs live with a special guitar.

Skate Rising is hosting free learn-to-skate lessons on Saturday May 13 from 9-11 a.m. at Encinitas Community Park. Founded in 2016, the program offers service opportunities and free skate instruction for girls ages 4-18 every second Saturday of the month. The youth program invites participants to bring soap, shampoo, toothpaste or other personal care products to donate to the Community Resource Center’s domestic violence services. Professional instruction will be offered by local pro and Olympic skaters and free rental gear will be available for all. Participants will have the opportunity to win prizes from Arbor Skateboards, Hydro Flask and Etnies. Those who are interested can register for free here.

Learn about foods to include in the diet for decreased risk of cancer recurrence or second primary cancers, improvement in energy levels, and lower risk of chronic diseases. Discover which foods have the greatest benefits and why, and how to incorporate them in a healthy lifestyle. Presented by Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center and Scripps Clinic. More information available by calling 1-800-SCRIPPS.

Drawing on four decades of debate and analysis, this reincarnation is a remarkable departure from Alice Walker's Pulitzer-winning novel and its polarizing 1985 adaptation directed by Steven Spielberg.

First festival without late founder Victor Laruccia, kicks off Wednesday at Museum of Photographic Arts.

The Villalobos Brothers have been acclaimed as one of today’s leading contemporary Mexican ensembles. Their original compositions and arrangements masterfully fuse and celebrate the richness of Mexican folk music with the intricate harmonies of jazz and classical music. The ensemble’s virtuosic performances delivered with brilliance, combined with a message of love, brotherhood, and social justice, have delighted audiences around the world. They will be performing at the California Center for the Arts on Wednesday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m.

New Village Arts partners with the Oceanside Theatre Company to co-produce Stephen Sondheim’s "Into The Woods," directed by Kristianne Kurner. Interwoven through fairy tales is the story of a baker and his wife, whose longing for a child is thwarted by a mischievous witch. Sondheim’s songs, seamlessly melded to James Lapine’s text, are perfect expressions of the complications of living in modern society and the difficult choices we encounter on the paths of our lives. "Into The Woods" will transform the Oceanside Theatre Company’s stage into a magic land where almost anything can (and does) happen. Previews: March 18 – 25 Opening Night: March 26 Performances: March 27 – May 1 Visit the website for tickets. Full schedule: Friday, March 18 at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20 at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 23 at 2 p.m. Friday, March 25 at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 27 at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 30 at 2 p.m. Friday, April 1 at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 2 at 2 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 3 at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 6 at 2 p.m. Friday, April 8 at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at 2 p.m. Friday, April 15 at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at 2 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 17 at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 20 at 2 p.m. Friday, April 22 at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 23 at 2 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 24 at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 at 2 p.m. Friday, April 29 at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 30 at 2 p.m. + 7:30 Sunday, May 1 at 2 p.m. New Village Arts on Facebook + Instagram / Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook + Instagram