There are community productions, and then there are those rare theatrical events that seem to rise directly out of the place that created them, stitched together from local legends, sea spray, imagination, and the extraordinary talents of the people who call this coast home. Time Adrift, the brand-new original musical by Emily and Nick Mirabile, is exactly that kind of event. Their talents , imagination and love for  real community theater abounds in this delightful show.

Making its debut for a special one-weekend-only engagement at Lincoln Theater, Time Adrift invites audiences to plunge beneath the surface of an ordinary Maine fishing village and into a world where storms can change destinies and the sea itself guards ancient wonders.

At the heart of the story is Ben, a hardworking fisherman brought to life by local favorite Spencer Pottle. When a devastating storm sweeps him from the familiar shores of his everyday life, Ben finds himself on an unforgettable journey through a magical underwater realm inhabited by whimsical creatures, unlikely friends, and extraordinary adventures. Filled with humor, music, mystery, and moments of genuine tenderness, the story explores the ties that bind us to family, community, and the places we call home.

Surrounding Pottle is an impressive company of nearly 50 local adult and youth performers, creating the kind of rich, multigenerational ensemble that has become a hallmark of the region's vibrant arts scene. Sophia Mansfield, Agatha Harris, Oscar Mirabile, and Jonah Kurtz portray Ben's family, while Andy Luke, Roosevelt Bishop, Titan Lewis, and Scout Martin bring to life the camaraderie and colorful spirit of his fellow fishermen.

The production is further strengthened by an outstanding ensemble featuring Dan True, Stephen Wallace, Alan Baldwin, George Bishop, Craig Urwin, Medea Harris, Brianne Martin, Christina Kurtz, Ophelia Hibl, Natalie Flagg, Eden Climo, Julie Browne, Jonathan Bernier, Fiona Bishop, Sloan Nelson, Jessie Ullo, Collin Cantillo, Finn Sullivan, Imij Armstead, Aubrey Holmes, and Kyleigh Cole.

Adding even more magic is a remarkable cast of young performers whose enthusiasm and talent shine as brightly as the story's underwater world: Gannon Inman, Adeline Inman, Violet Baldwin, Laila Lufkin, Harper Westhaver, Lily Billings, Kaia Curtis, Vivian Flagg, Evelyn Michaud, Isla Sullivan, Presley Crommett, Iris Adams, Louie Mirabile, Griffin Climo, and Phelan Browne.

One of the production's greatest joys is watching performers ranging in age from four to eighty share the stage together. There is something genuinely heartwarming about seeing generations of local actors creating, laughing, dancing, and telling stories side by side. The result feels less like a cast and more like a theatrical family, united by a shared love of performance and community.

Visually, Time Adrift is a feast for the imagination. Bright costumes splash the stage with color while outstanding choreography and movement bring both the village above and the mysterious world below the waves vividly to life. Beautiful projected scenes of Boothbay Harbor provide a distinctly Maine backdrop, grounding the fantasy in landscapes audiences know and love. Particularly impressive is the creation of the storm itself, a sequence that combines movement, music, lighting, and theatrical ingenuity to create a moment of genuine wonder.

The production also embraces its sense of fun. A crew of delightfully rowdy pirates nearly steals the show, while one especially memorable mechanical cat develops a personality all its own. The audience quickly finds itself watching the cat's reactions as closely as the actors', particularly during Roosevelt Bishop's spirited pirate number, where the feline scene-stealer proves to be every bit as entertaining as its human counterparts.

What makes Time Adrift especially exciting is that it is an entirely original Maine musical. Rather than reviving a familiar Broadway title, Emily and Nick Mirabile have created something uniquely their own, blending memorable songs, imaginative storytelling, and a deeply felt emotional core. It is a celebration of resilience, friendship, and the enduring hope that, no matter how far life's currents carry us, there is always a path that leads home.

The production is also an inspiring reminder of what community theater can achieve when local artists of every generation come together to create something larger than themselves. The result is not simply a show but a shared adventure, one that invites audiences to laugh, dream, and perhaps believe for a little while that magic might be waiting just beneath the waves.

Performances are one weekend only, with the curtain rising Thursday, June 18, and Friday, June 19, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, June 20, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are affordably priced at $15 for adults, $13 for Lincoln Theater members, and just $5 for youth ages 18 and under.

Adding to the spirit of the production, a portion of every ticket sold will benefit The Shaw Fund for Mariners' Children, helping support an organization that has long served Maine's seafaring families.

In a season filled with entertainment choices, Time Adrift offers something increasingly rare: a chance to experience a brand-new story born in our own community, performed by our friends and neighbors, and brought to life by artists ranging from preschoolers to octogenarians. It is a celebration of imagination, hometown talent, and the enduring magic of live theater.

The Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater Street in Damariscotta. Gather the family, bring a friend, and prepare to set sail on a remarkable new adventure.