Show Notes
Coriolanus appears to humble himself and ask the Plebians to consent to him becoming Consul. But he is not sincere. Some of the people see that and the Tribunes goad the people on to withdraw their consent. When confronted by the Tribunes, Coriolanus erupts in anger, insults the people and a riot ensues. The Tribunes try to have Coriolanus arrested and executed.
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