Amina McIntyre’s Play, ‘A Good Day’ Showcases The Heart-Warming Services Carried Out By Families First

Amina McIntyre describes herself as a “womanist artist minister,” and writes about Southern, Black life and the diaspora. Her new play, “A Good Day,” tells the story of a Black family’s journey of resilience through the Families First organization. McIntyre joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom to talk about the Out of Hand Theatre play and the non-profit organization.

Interview highlights:

About the play:

“Torrence, who’s the young man… he’s concerned about being separated from his mom, Maxine. They live in a shelter, and so they’re trying to sort out what that living situation is. And Tory… and Maxine talk with their Families First navigator, Nina, to see how they can encourage themselves, remember their resilience, and help to eradicate poverty and systemic racism.”