Electra's brother, who was sent away as a child to protect him from harm and is prophesied to return and avenge their father's murder.

The queen and mother of Electra, Orestes, and Chrysothemis, who kills her husband Agamemnon upon his return from the Trojan War.

Clytemnestra's partner and the new ruler of Mycenae, who is seen as a usurper of the throne.

The Old Man who took care of Orestes when he was an infant and provides wisdom to both Orestes and Electra.

Electra and Orestes's sister, who tries to adapt to the new regime in Mycenae but secretly hopes for their brother's return.

A group of individuals that comments on the play's events and interacts with the main characters, offering advice and observations.

Orestes's silent and supportive cousin, who assists him in his quest for vengeance.