“Hamlet” is a world renowned play written and directed by William Shakespeare. William Shakespeare was an English poet and playwright during the seventeenth century. His play, Hamlet, describes the obstacles Prince Hamlet endured after his father's death. During Act I of Hamlet, the main characters are introduced, the plot of the play is set, and supernatural events occur.
Hamlet is full of distinct characters that play an important role in the play. In Act I, characters like Prince Hamlet, King Claudius, and Queen Gertrude are introduced. Prince Hamlet is the son of the now deceased King Hamlet and Queen Gertrude. Prince Hamlet is still grieving over his father's death when his mother decides to marry his uncle, King Claudius. King Claudius