Sid Caesar
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Sid Caesar: An American comedian and actor, recognized as a pioneering figure in early television comedy. He is best known for creating and starring in influential live sketch comedy series during the 1950s.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Sid Caesar was a master of physical comedy and improvisation.
- Many famous writers, like Mel Brooks and Woody Allen, wrote for Sid Caesar's television programs.
Advanced Usage
- "a Sid Caesar-style sketch": Referring to a type of fast-paced, character-driven comedy sketch reminiscent of those performed on his shows.
- The new show features a Sid Caesar-style sketch about the frustrations of modern technology.
Variants and Related Words
- Caesaresque (adj, rare): Characteristic of or resembling the comedic style of Sid Caesar.
- The performer's Caesaresque timing brought the house down.
Synonyms
- Comedian: A professional entertainer who amuses an audience.
- TV pioneer: An innovator in the early development of television programming.
Related Phrases
- "Your Show of Shows": The title of Sid Caesar's landmark television program (1950-1954).
- The sketches on "Your Show of Shows" set a high standard for television comedy.
Related Idioms
- "A writer's room alum of Caesar": Refers to someone who gained early career experience writing for Sid Caesar's shows, which were known as a training ground for great comedic talent.
- He's a true comedy legend, a writer's room alum of Caesar before creating his own hit series.
Noun
- United States comedian who pioneered comedy television shows (born 1922)