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Characters in Romeo and JulietWho are the characters in Romeo and Juliet?

The characters of the play can be categorised into two groups - the Montagues and the Capulets. Their conflict fuels the play鈥檚 events and how they interact with one another.

Part of EnglishRomeo and Juliet

Who are the characters in Romeo and Juliet?

In Shakespeare's play, we have main, secondary and minor characters. Shakespeare also illustrates certain plot points and themes through the secondary and minor characters.

Main Characters

  • Romeo Montague
  • Juliet Capulet

Secondary Characters

  • Lord Capulet
  • Lady Capulet
  • Tybalt Capulet
  • Mercutio
  • Friar Laurence
  • The Nurse

Minor Characters

  • Lord and Lady Montague
  • Paris
  • Benvolio
  • Prince Escalus