- Hamlet: The Prince of Denmark, a complex and tragic figure who is haunted by his father's ghost and must decide whether or not to avenge his death.
- Romeo and Juliet: Two young lovers from feuding families whose tragic romance leads to their deaths.
- King Lear: A powerful king who divides his kingdom among his three daughters, leading to chaos and betrayal.
- Macbeth: A Scottish nobleman who is driven to murder by his ambition and guilt.
- Falstaff: A fat, drunken knight who is always getting into trouble but is also one of Shakespeare's most lovable characters.
- Desdemona: A virtuous and innocent woman who is falsely accused of adultery and murdered by her husband.
- Othello: A noble Moorish general who is manipulated into believing that his wife is unfaithful and murders her in a fit of jealousy.
- The Tempest: An exiled sorcerer who uses his magic to create a storm and wreck the ship of his enemies.
- Titania and Oberon: The King and Queen of the Fairies, who become involved in the lives of mortals in a number of Shakespeare's plays.
These are just a few examples of the many memorable characters that Shakespeare has created. His characters are one of the reasons why his plays are still so popular today, and they continue to be studied and enjoyed by people all over the world.