Black Snow

Main Characters and Their Development

• Sergei Leontievich Maksudov — the main character and narrator, a writer trying to stage his play in the theater. He goes through numerous hardships and disappointments, facing the bureaucracy and intrigues of the theatrical world.
• Ivan Vasilyevich — the theater director, a man with a commanding personality who plays a crucial role in Maksudov's fate and his play. His decisions and actions significantly impact the course of events.
• Rudolfi — the director who takes on the task of staging Maksudov's play. He is ambitious and full of enthusiasm but also encounters numerous obstacles and conflicts.
• Lyudmila Silvestrovna — an actress set to play the lead role in Maksudov's play. She is talented but also capricious and demanding, creating additional challenges for the production.
• Arkady Apollonovich — a playwright who becomes a friend and mentor to Maksudov. He helps him navigate the complex world of theater and supports him in difficult times.