Roger Price
Roger Price
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Roger Price was an American actor, comedian, and writer who is best known as a founding member of the comedy group The Firesign Theatre.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on March 13, 1919, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Passed away on January 26, 1990, at the age of 70.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American, Actor, Comedian, Writer
Early Life and Background
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Roger Price was born to a family of modest means in Philadelphia's South Kensington neighborhood. His early life was marked by poverty and hardship, but he found solace in music and comedy from an early age. Price attended Overbrook High School, where he developed his love for acting and writing.
After graduating, Price moved to New York City to pursue a career in show business. He began working as an actor on stage and screen, eventually becoming a member of the Players Theatre, a renowned Off-Broadway theatre company.
Major Accomplishments
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Price's most notable accomplishment was co-founding the comedy group The Firesign Theatre with Phil Proctor, Peter Bergman, and David Ossman. The group was known for their innovative use of audio effects, music, and satire to create comedic masterpieces. Price wrote or co-wrote many of the group's iconic albums, including Dear Friends, Waiting for Guffman, and Innerspace.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some notable works include:
The Firesign Theatre: The collective body of work created by Price and his fellow members.
Dear Friends: An album released in 1968, considered a landmark of underground comedy.
* Waiting for Guffman: A radio play that showcases the group's unique blend of humor and social commentary.
Impact and Legacy
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Price's impact on comedy is immeasurable. As one of the founders of The Firesign Theatre, he helped pave the way for alternative comedy and avant-garde performance art. His innovative use of audio effects and satire paved the way for countless comedians who followed in his footsteps.
Roger Price's legacy extends beyond the realm of comedy as well. He was a pioneer in using music and soundscapes to create immersive experiences, influencing generations of musicians, writers, and artists.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Price is widely quoted and remembered for his biting wit, clever wordplay, and irreverent humor. His work continues to inspire new generations of comedians, writers, and actors. He remains a beloved figure in the world of comedy, celebrated for his innovative spirit and unwavering commitment to creative expression.
Roger Price's life and work serve as a testament to the power of creativity and perseverance. Despite facing numerous challenges throughout his career, he remained true to himself and his artistic vision, leaving behind a body of work that will be cherished for years to come.
Quotes by Roger Price
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In the whole scheme of things, it's not that big of a deal. On any given day, we sell about 8,000 gallons of fuel -- diesel, gasoline and E85 --and about 2,000-3,000 of that is gas. Of that, about 300 gallons is E85. So, it's a lot to me, but probably not a lot to you.
Somewhere in our early childhood, our bodies became overloaded with stress and we began to breathe through our mouths. As babies we were all nose breathers - if we weren't, breastfeeding would be a very messy affair.
Ethanol's impact for us is significant. About 95 percent of the gasoline we sell is the 10-percent blend, ... The demand is huge for farmers, too. I'd say it's caused at least a 15-cent rise in the basis levels for corn.
We see a lot of people who are blending their fuels at the gas pump. They buy five gallons of E85, then 15 gallons of regular fuel, ... We certainly don't recommend that at all. Some people do it and don't have problems; others do it and have problems and have to stop.
We will have to take a look at this and reconcile this input to our recommendations. This is valuable information.
If we over-breathe we lose carbon dioxide. The tissues then become starved of oxygen and then our body's systems start to spasm -it's then that we run into all sorts of health problems.
We have seen a spike in interest in E85, ... Not enough time has elapsed for people to start running out to buy flexible-fuel vehicles, though.
We have seen a spike in interest in E85. Not enough time has elapsed for people to start running out to buy flexible-fuel vehicles, though.