Homecoming: A Darkly Funny Tale About Losing My Mom and Finding Myself... Again

What an incredibly powerful show. Vulnerable and totally badass at the same time. I did all the laughing and the crying!... full review

Homecoming is a great show. Dara is so engaging and has written a deeply funny, considerate, and beautiful show that hits on so many nuanced themes of grief and growth. And I love her Grandmother soooo much!... full review

Homecoming is really something special. Dara brings to light complicated feelings about loss in ways that are funny yet meaningful. We will all face some loss in our lives and Homecoming is such a wonderful model for how we should collectively face grief. ... full review

Dara takes us on her journey of losing her mother and we find ourselves frequently laughing at her honest musings, silly dance breaks, and complete transparency with the audience. She is an excellent storyteller. Simply seeing inside Dara's thoughts is a ride of clever quips, but the end result is heartfelt and nothing but sincere. ... full review

Dara knows death and grief can be ridiculous, and she didn't shy away from the comedy of her personal experiences. It was wonderful to hear her story and get to know the characters in her family. Exceptional writing, extremely smart, and engaging at every turn! I really enjoyed my experience.... full review

I loved this show! It was funny and made me cry and assess my own relationships with loved ones. Truly what more could you ask for?... full review

Overall, I really enjoyed Homecoming. It’s a heartfelt, relatable piece that explores grief and the complicated relationships we have with our parents in a way that feels honest and accessible. Dara doesn’t try to over-explain or neatly resolve anything, which makes it land more truthfully. Audiences will connect to it—it’s the kind of show that quietly stays with you after. And I laughed alot!... full review

So moving, so funny, and it made my mom cry. Four thumbs up (both hands for myself and my mother).... full review