Wendla is a character from the play Spring Awakening, written by Frank Wedekind. She is a young girl navigating the challenges of adolescence in a repressive society. Wendla is curious about love and sexuality, often questioning the world around her and seeking answers to her feelings and desires. Throughout the play, Wendla's journey highlights the struggles of youth and the impact of societal expectations. Her relationships with other characters, including Melchior and Moritz, illustrate the complexities of growing up and the consequences of a lack of open communication about important topics like love and education.