An ethereal and magical spirit of the island enslaved by Prospero. Ariel performs various magical tasks for Prospero in exchange for the promise of eventual freedom.

Prospero's teenage daughter, raised on the island. She falls in love with Ferdinand, forming the play’s romantic subplot.

The son of a witch, Caliban is enslaved by Prospero and yearns for freedom. Although he appears monstrous, he has eloquent speech and plots to overthrow Prospero with two ship passengers.

Alonso’s court jester who becomes a comic figure by getting drunk and being generally ineffective. He provides comic relief in the play.

The king's wine and liquor butler, often drunk. He conspires with Trinculo and Caliban but ultimately serves as a comic foil.

King of Naples, who assisted in overthrowing Prospero. He believes his son Ferdinand is lost at sea during a storm.

Prospero's brother and the main antagonist. He usurped Prospero's position as Duke of Milan and later plots to commit further treacheries.

Alonso's brother who is influenced by Antonio to conspire against King Alonso.

An elderly and wise counselor to Alonso. He helped provide Prospero and Miranda with supplies when they were exiled.

A capable crew member who directs the sailors during the storm trying to save the ship.