THE HOMECOMING by Martin AbuyaThe Homecoming is a three-act tragicomedy that delves into the complexities of family relationships, love, grief, and reconciliation. Set in the home of Mrs. Talai, it unfolds as her three grown children—Thomas, Tiffany, and Timothy—return home after years of separation, spurred by the untimely death of their father. The play explores the unresolved tensions between the siblings and their mother, rooted in misunderstandings, unspoken grievances, and differing life paths.As the family reunites, they confront their collective and individual grief, as well as their guilt over years of estrangement. Thomas, the rebellious son, struggles with the perceived lack of parental affection and the weight of his father’s expectations. Tiffany grapples with her father’s emotional distance despite her professional success, while Timothy, the dutiful son, tries to bridge the gap between his siblings and their mother.The arrival of their father’s ashes reveals secrets, reignites sibling rivalries, and forces the family to confront their shared pain. Through poignant and often humorous exchanges, they begin the journey toward healing, discovering the enduring bonds of family amidst their fractured relationships. The play closes with Mrs. Talai choosing a path of self-discovery, leaving her children to redefine their family dynamic in her absence.