Experiences That Last

What to give a child? Creativity, confidence and connection.

Imagine a gift that takes your child or grandchild on an amazing adventure, inspires them to accomplish their wildest dreams and gives them confidence to conquer whatever lies before them!

And, according to the Journal of Consumer Research, forges strong bonds.

Here are four ways you can give the gift oftheater to children ages 3 to 18 this holidayseason.

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Take the kids to a star-studdedlive theater performance withBackstreet Boys’ Howie D. Whileany show at The Rose is certain to bringsmiles, this is an opportunity to see a truemusic celebrity in a world-premiere event,in your own backyard. Howie Dorough willdebut “Howie D: Back in the Day” at TheRose, Jan. 31–Feb. 16. It’s an inspirationalstory about finding your passion in life anddiscovering your true voice. Kids will lovethe original pop music performed by HowieD. You will love the message about beingyourself and overcoming challenges toachieve your dreams.

GIFT PACKAGE IDEA Present tickets ($25 each) with Howie’s latest CD,“Which One Am I?” with songs from “Howie D: Back in the Day.” Plan a day together watching Backstreet Boys videos and practicing their signature dance moves. After the show, talk about your child’s dreams and goals.

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Give them the world — of theater! For $20-$27 per ticket (less, if purchased at Hy-Vee), your family can rock out with mole rats, climb the ALps, play with a furry friend and more.

GIFT PACKAGE IDEAS

• “Corduroy” — Wrap tickets for this spring show with a cuddly bear like the one in the production.

• “Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed” — Pick up a copy of Mo Willems’ book by the same title. Or make an entire Mo Willems book package for holiday reading:“Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus,” “An Elephant & Piggie Biggie,” “Knuffle Bunny:A Cautionary Tale” and others.

• “The Diary of Anne Frank” — This show introduces older kids to historical events while helping them develop empathy and compassion. Pair tickets with the original book, a blank diary and a pass to the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society and Riekes Museum for a firsthand look at Jewish culture.

• “The Little Engine That Could” — A Rose First Stage production designed for very young children. Present the tickets ($12 each) with a train-themed book and a toy train.

• “The Sound of Music” — Families of all ages will appreciate the world’s favorite musical when it bursts onto The Rose stage in June. Package the tickets with a soundtrack or DVD from the musical and plan a sing-a-long night to discover your own inner Von Trapp family talents.

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Put your budding artist in thespotlight with a BROADWAY at The Rose class in dance, musical can rock out with mole rats, climb the Alps,play with a furry friend and more.

The Rose Studios for Youth Artists in westOmaha. Enrollment is open through Jan. 1for spring concerts complete with costumes,sets, professional lighting and more. Forages 2 to 18, starting at $30 per month.

GIFT-GIVING IDEA Announce the news with a personalized dance bag or a Broadway cast recording and vocal music book.

Elf: The Musical starting Nov 29

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Perform in a short play with aDRAMA class or camp. Campingtakes on a whole new meaning atThe Rose. Summer camp 2020 informationwill be available in early January, so pick upa gift certificate and let your kids see whatit means to spend summer on the stage.Camp experiences run one to four weeks.Registration is open for winter and springdrama classes.

GIFT-GIVING IDEAS Fill a clear reusable water bottle or lunch box with Starburst candy and include a tag that reads, “You are sure to be the STAR at theater camp!” along with a Rose Theater T-shirt (available at the theater’s Rose Boutique).