The son of Theseus, he prefers solitary pursuits and has a deep reverence for the goddess Diana. His ideals lead him to maintain a strong stance on chastity and nature.

The king of Athens and father to Hippolytus, he has a history of embarking on dangerous and morally ambiguous quests. His absence at the start sets the stage for familial discord.

A devoted servant of Phaedra who initially attempts to guide her mistress toward virtuous behavior. She later shifts tactics in loyalty to Phaedra, assisting in more pragmatic ways.

Appears later in the play to relay news of significant events that unfold offstage. His role involves conveying critical and emotional details of the narrative's progression.

A group that comments on the unfolding drama, focusing on themes such as love and fate, without directly interacting with the main action or characters.