# The School for Scandal — Character guide

> Key figures in The School for Scandal by Richard Brinsley Sheridan.

- [Sir Peter Teazle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sir_peter_teazle.md): An older, wealthy baronet married to a young wife; often exasperated by her and the scandalous society around him.
- [Lady Teazle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/lady_teazle.md): Young wife of Sir Peter, fresh from the country; enjoys the intrigues of high society but learns a lesson.
- [Joseph Surface](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/joseph_surface.md): A hypocritical, scheming man who pretends to be virtuous while pursuing his brother's fiancée and Lady Teazle.
- [Charles Surface](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/charles_surface.md): A generous but reckless young man, the brother of Joseph; known for his good heart despite his spendthrift ways.
- [Sir Oliver Surface](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sir_oliver_surface.md): Wealthy uncle of Joseph and Charles who returns from India to test his nephews' characters in disguise.
- [Lady Sneerwell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/lady_sneerwell.md): A malicious widow who delights in spreading scandal and plots to ruin reputations for her own amusement.
- [Crabtree](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/crabtree.md): An elderly, gossipy man who eagerly invents and embellishes scandalous stories about others.
- [Sir Benjamin Backbite](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sir_benjamin_backbite.md): A foppish young baronet and nephew of Crabtree, known for his malicious wit and romantic interest in Maria.
- [Mrs. Candour](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/mrs_candour.md): A society lady who pretends to dislike gossip but eagerly spreads the most damaging rumors.
- [Rowley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/rowley.md): The loyal and wise steward of the Surface family, who aids Sir Oliver in his plans.
- [Moses](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/moses.md): A Jewish moneylender and broker who assists Sir Oliver in his disguise as Mr. Premium.
- [Snake](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/snake.md): A sly, double-dealing servant of Lady Sneerwell who is willing to betray anyone for money.
- [Maria](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/maria.md): The ward of Sir Peter Teazle, a virtuous young woman loved by both Surface brothers.
- [Careless](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/careless.md): A friend of Charles Surface, a carefree and witty gentleman who helps with the auction.
- [Trip](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/trip.md): The fashionable and impertinent servant of Joseph Surface.
- [Servant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/servant.md): Generic household servants who deliver messages and announce visitors.
- [Mr. Premium](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/mr_premium.md): The alias used by Sir Oliver Surface when he visits Charles disguised as a moneylender.
- [Sir Harry Bumper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sir_harry_bumper.md): A jovial, drinking companion of Charles Surface who sings bawdy songs.
- [Lady Teazle's Maid](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/lady_teazles_maid.md): A maid in Lady Teazle's household, briefly mentioned.
- [Mrs. Evergreen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/mrs_evergreen.md): An elderly society lady mentioned in gossip, still pursuing romantic intrigues.
- [Miss Piper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/miss_piper.md): A young lady mentioned in the scandalous gossip of the characters.
- [Mrs. Clackitt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/mrs_clackitt.md): A gossipy woman mentioned as part of the scandal-mongering circle.
- [Lady Betty Curricle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/lady_betty_curricle.md): A fashionable young widow mentioned in the gossip of the play.
- [Miss Sallow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/miss_sallow.md): A plain young lady mentioned in the context of marriage gossip.
- [Lady Stucco](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/lady_stucco.md): A society lady mentioned in passing by the gossips.
- [Miss Simper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/miss_simper.md): A young lady mentioned in the scandalous conversation of the characters.
- [Ogle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/ogle.md): A character mentioned in the gossip about Lady Teazle's conduct.
- [Sir Tivy Terrier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sir_tivy_terrier.md): A gentleman mentioned in the context of a duel or scandal.
- [Lord Buffalo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/lord_buffalo.md): A nobleman mentioned in the gossip of the play.
- [Sir Thomas Splint](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sir_thomas_splint.md): A gentleman mentioned in passing by the characters.
- [Sir Richard Raveline](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sir_richard_raveline.md): A character mentioned in the context of military or social gossip.
- [Brush](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/brush.md): A servant or minor character mentioned in the play.
- [Sophy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/sophy.md): A young woman mentioned in a letter or conversation.
- [Jenny](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/jenny.md): A maid or young woman mentioned in the play.
- [William](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/william.md): A servant or minor character mentioned in the play.
- [Jonathon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/jonathon.md): A servant or minor character mentioned in the play.
- [Nicely](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_school_for_scandal_se/characters/nicely.md): A minor character mentioned in the play.

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