Characters in Alcestis

(in order of appearance)

Apollo: the god of light, music, and prophecy, who is indebted to Admetus for his hospitality
Death: the god of death, jealous of his privileges
Chorus of Thessalians: men and women of the town of Pherae, where the play takes place
Selena:  a servant of the household
Admetus: king of Pherae, famous for his hospitality
Alcestis: his devoted wife
Children: the two unnamed children of Admetus and Alcestis
Heracles: the great hero and strongman, famous for his appetites
Pheres: the aged father of Admetus
Aoide: another servant of the household