Sabbath's Theater

Main Characters and Their Development

• Mickey Sabbath: The main character of the novel, a former puppeteer experiencing a midlife crisis. His life is full of sexual adventures, moral dilemmas, and existential reflections. Sabbath constantly faces internal conflicts and tries to find meaning in his life despite his destructive actions and self-destructive behavior.
• Drenka Balich: Sabbath's mistress, with whom he has a complex and passionate relationship. Drenka plays an important role in Sabbath's life, and their connection becomes a catalyst for many events in the novel. Her death is a severe blow to Sabbath and forces him to reassess his life priorities.
• Roseanna Sabbath: Sabbath's wife, with whom he has tense and conflicted relations. Roseanna suffers from alcoholism and mental issues, further complicating their marriage. Their relationship reflects deep emotional and psychological problems for both characters.
• Nikki Sabbath: Sabbath's brother, who represents the opposite of the main character. Nikki is successful and respected in society, which causes Sabbath to feel envy and inadequacy. Their relationship is full of tension and conflicts, highlighting Sabbath's internal contradictions.