Before Jay Osmond became a world-famous musician, choreographer and producer, he was a little boy growing up in Huntsville, Utah, who later moved to Ogden.

Jay is one of nine children who grew up in a Christian-centered home. As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Osmond family held a family home evening once a week.

The Osmond children would enjoy each other’s company and perform together, singing, tap dancing and playing musical instruments. Even Osmond’s two siblings, Virl and Tom, who are deaf, performed and had musical talent.

Their grandfather recognized their talent and sent a video of the Osmond children performing to “The Lawrence Welk Show,” an American musical variety television show that aired from 1951-82 and featured family-friendly performances. Although turned down for the audition from Lawrence Welk, the boys and their father went to Disneyland where they sang with The Dapper Dans and were discovered by Disney.

The family then appeared on television with Andy Williams, Jerry Lewis and Glen Campbell. Jay went on to become both an executive producer and co-producer of “The Donny and Marie Show.” The successor was “The Osmond Family Hour.” The performing members of the Osmond family later performed at their own family theater and other venues for 30 years in Branson, Missouri.

How does a religious family from a small town in Utah become not only world-famous but relevant and timeless for nearly seven decades?

“We had a family saying,” Jay said. “Faith first, family second and career third.”

This simple family motto has served as a longtime reminder of what is important and what keeps the Osmond family grounded.

“The Osmonds, A New Musical” premieres March 12 and runs through April 4 at the Covey Center for the Arts in Provo. The Osmond musical tells Jay’s story about growing up in the Osmond family from their time on “The Andy Williams Show” to their chart-topping albums and arena concerts.

Jay wrote the musical, which tells their life story from his point of view. Fans have told him the performance is like hopping in a time machine as they remember the Osmonds’ journey.

The musical was designed to highlight the Osmond parents’ vision for their children’s careers. The Osmond family has always been seen by the public as wholesome, living in harmony and showing perfection in their professional life. Their private life was much the same. However, it wasn’t always perfect. Like all families, they experienced celebrations, hardships, heartaches, ups and downs.

What Jay’s parents taught their children and the tools they equipped them with have become their life legacy.

Limited seats are available. Tickets can be purchased at eventticketscenter.com.

Jay is working with Sandhill Media Group in Idaho Falls, making Christmas vignettes to use with Christmas music through Christmas Day. Jay and his wife, Karina, are starting their own radio show on The Arrow 107.1 in late December. Fans can listen Monday through Friday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Jay and Karina have relocated to Idaho Falls, saying it offers them the “perfect-sized community.” They are selling their home at 1149 S. 2970 E. in St. George, Utah. The property can be viewed by entering the address in Zillow.

Jay will make an appearance at the Light the World Giving Machines alongside other performers, guests and personalities Monday, Dec. 15, at the Grand Teton Mall in Idaho Falls. The event begins at noon at the west end of the mall.

The Giving Machines were started by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2017, giving people the opportunity to donate to those in need. Donors select an item from the vending machine, pay for it with a credit card or mobile payment and a picture of the donated item is dispensed.

Taking a photo and uploading donated items on social media is a great way to spread awareness and promote giving during the Christmas season. A variety of items can be purchased and donated through the Giving Machines, including meals, water, shoes, vaccinations, school supplies, goats, chickens and job training.

“If you never find it in your heart, then you’ll never find it under a tree,” Jay said.

The Giving Machines provide a way for people to donate to charities, knowing that 100 percent of donations will reach the people who need them most.