A physician treating affected patients who encourages Ned’s activism and offers direct, fact-based guidance as the mysterious epidemic emerges.

A New York Times feature reporter and closeted gay man who meets Ned and becomes his romantic partner.

Ned’s lawyer brother, whose reluctance to assist the new organization reflects his difficulty fully accepting Ned.

A cautious, courteous banker elected president of Ned’s organization whose restrained approach contrasts sharply with Ned’s confrontational activism.

A logical, calm hospital administrator who becomes increasingly involved in the AIDS crisis and helps create a counseling hotline.

An instrumental member of the health-crisis organization established by gay activists in response to the emerging epidemic.

Bruce’s lover and one of the named characters included in the play’s principal cast list.