Uncle Vanya

Main Characters and Their Development

• Ivan Petrovich Voynitsky - the nephew of Professor Serebryakov, a man deeply disillusioned with life and his hopes. His character development reflects increasing despair and fatigue from fruitlessly spent years.
• Alexander Vladimirovich Serebryakov - a professor in his sixties, a scholar experiencing a crisis of confidence in his achievements and suffering from health issues. His arrival at the estate triggers changes in the lives of all the characters.
• Elena Andreevna - the young and attractive wife of Serebryakov, feeling trapped in her marriage and thus seeking love and understanding.
• Sonya - the professor's daughter from his first marriage, in love with Doctor Astrov. Her character demonstrates constant self-sacrifice and hope for happiness despite overt disappointment.