WATERTOWN â A year ago, Christopher Stowellâs career was sparkling in New York City where he worked as an independent electrician and designer for stage productions. But when the pandemic put that career on hold, he wanted to give back to the organization that originally inspired him to pursue his line of work.
So on Thursday, Mr. Stowell plans to get on his bicycle in Florida to begin a journey he calls âPedal With a Purpose.â He plans to ride from Key West to Calais, Maine, a distance of about 2,500 miles.
Mr. Stowell is raising money for Stage Notes. About a decade ago, Ticia Aumell, artistic director and founder of the organization, had a vision to go with her nonprofitâs motto of âPerformance With a Purposeâ: teach kids that they could make a difference. It has produced 14 musicals since 2009 and has donated over $50,000 to local organizations.