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Awake Quote by Jim Cummings

“I had to be on the set for 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' because my character was interacting with Bob Hoskins. It's a lot of 'hurry up and wait.' So there I was, at 2 a.m., sitting in a trailer at Griffith Park trying to stay awake. And I said to myself, 'This stinks.' The way I do it is better. I go…” quote by Jim Cummings
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“I had to be on the set for 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' because my character was interacting with Bob Hoskins. It's a lot of 'hurry up and wait.' So there I was, at 2 a.m., sitting in a trailer at Griffith Park trying to stay awake. And I said to myself, 'This stinks.' The way I do it is better. I go into the studio about 10 a.m. There's no makeup to worry about. I can wear whatever I want. As soon I get there, I'm good to go. I record my stuff and go home.”

Jim Cummings

About This Quote

Source Interview: Voice acting memoir, 2015

Working on set can be chaotic, but personal routines and flexibility improve performance and well‑being.

In simple terms: Set chaos is managed by personal habits.

Key Takeaway

Create your own workflow.

Themes

productivity flexibility creativity

Mood

practical motivational

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • late‑night shoots
  • home recording
  • self‑care routines

Key Concepts

voice acting workplace dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you adapt to unpredictable work?
  • What habits boost your focus?
A Different Perspective

May not suit rigid studio schedules.

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