The
Room (1957)
by
Harold Pinter
(List of Characters)
List
of Characters in The Room (1957)
1.
Rose Hudd
The
central character of the play. Rose is a middle-aged woman who lives with her
husband, Bert, in a boarding-house room. She talks constantly, values the
warmth and safety of the room, and becomes increasingly anxious as unexpected
visitors disturb her sense of security.
2.
Bert Hudd
Rose's
husband. He remains almost completely silent for most of the play, speaking
only near the end. His sudden violent attack on Riley forms the dramatic climax
of the play.
3.
Mr. Kidd
The
elderly landlord or caretaker of the boarding house. He is absent-minded and
frequently contradicts himself, creating confusion about the house, its
occupants, and the basement.
4.
Mr. Sands
A
young man who arrives with his wife looking for a vacant room. His visit
unsettles Rose and increases her fear that her secure home may be threatened.
5.
Mrs. Sands
The
wife of Mr. Sands. She accompanies her husband during their search for
accommodation and participates in the awkward conversation with Rose.
6.
Riley
A
blind Black man who comes from the basement to deliver a message to Rose. He
calls her "Sal" and tells her that her father wants her to come home.
His arrival changes the course of the play and leads to its dramatic
conclusion.
Major
Characters: Rose Hudd, Bert Hudd, Riley
Minor
Characters: Mr. Kidd, Mr. Sands, Mrs. Sands
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