The descriptions of the characters in his plays paint clear pictures which enable the audience to fully appreciate the plots. The Characters range from comedic to tragic. Figures from history become 'alive' through the character drawings of William Shakespeare. Detailed below are the list of characters in Macbeth.

Characters in Macbeth

Macduff
Malcolm
Macbeth
Lady Macduff
Menteith
Earl Siward
Young Siward
Rosse
Seyton

Caithness
Donalbain
Angus
Banquo
King Duncan
Lennox
Lady Macbeth
Fleance
Hecate