A “good” person is generally defined as one who acts with compassion, integrity, and honesty. However, when living in a society composed of social class differences, the meaning of “good” can often be misunderstood. “Good People” by David Lindsay-Abaire is a play that details the struggles of Margie, a woman who resides in a working-class neighborhood in South Boston. Lindsay-Abaire's use of setting, dialogue, characterization, plot, and structure conveys the theme of luck versus free will, a theme I have encountered incessantly in my personal life. As I reflect on my personal experiences in battling such an upsetting dilemma, I am able to understand Lindsay-Abaire's overall message – the cycle of unfortunate events can only end if human charity endures – from a different perspective. of South Boston as the primary setting expresses how such a bleak environment plagues a person's soul with despair, a feeling justified by the idea that luck determines one's destiny, as I understood from my encounters with the plague. “Where? You think everyone can get a job. Not everyone is Remy Hayes!” It was nearly impossible for the protagonist, Margie, to find a job within her community as the more fortunate - young, veterans and "fun" - dominated the workforce with their skills, unfortunate pasts and acceptance of minimum wage .Margie resided in South Boston, a working-class neighborhood composed of poverty. When living in a poor environment, the feeling of hope is bleak. People accept the fact that they are not fortunate and therefore their circumstances will never change for the better. In Act 1, Lindsay-Abaire makes it clear that there is a division between the fortunate and the less fortunate within the South Bos... middle of the paper... However, we may have a better chance of surviving tomorrow if a person leads us willingly and directs us through the dark path. We all have a duty to help others in need. When one person helps another in need, the recipient often returns the favor by voluntarily giving their help and support to others. Therefore, the cycle of lucky events continues endlessly. The flickering light can become lasting if a person chooses to serve humanity as a warrior for human justice. “Good People” by David Lindsay-Abaire is an authentic yet surprising work that depicts the divide between the lucky and the unlucky. Readers and audience members alike learn the importance of kindness and charity through Lindsay-Abaire's graceful game strategies. By helping just one person, their kindness can spread endlessly, continuing the cycle of choices, blessings, and complete happiness...