Xu Damao's Thirty-Six Stratagems in Siheyuan

"Brother Zhuzi, prepare a table of decent dishes for the members of the small theater troupe at noon today. Director Li said that each person will be charged one dollar, for a total of sixteen servings. In the afternoon, the troupe will perform a report on "Sha Jia Bang", and the staff in your cafeteria can go to the theater to watch the performance."

"Okay, then white flour buns, three fresh vegetables, soft-fried pork slices, and an egg and tomato soup?"

"You can decide on the dishes. The price is one dollar per person. The most important thing is to ensure that the members of the troupe have a good lunch today, so that they can be in high spirits for the performance in the afternoon."

"Okay, Xu Damao, you are awesome. You are not going to show movies anymore, but start a theater troupe instead."

"Brother Zhuzi, this is how it has to be in the current situation. Those who can do are not as good as those who can speak, and those who can speak are not as good as those who can act. As long as our troupe shows high revolutionary enthusiasm outside, we can let the society understand the hard work of the workers of our Red Star Steel Rolling Mill. We can also get more welfare benefits and better devote ourselves to work. Spiritual food is also very important. Brother Zhuzi, I will treat you to a drink another day."

"Okay, at 12 o'clock, in the cafeteria's private room, the actors will have dinner, so you can't miss it."

After more than a month of rehearsal, Yan Zhen felt that the "Sha Jia Bang" model opera could be reported. Otherwise, it would take too long and the actors in the troupe would appear lazy. Speed ​​is of the essence. At first, because the instruments and singing styles needed to be adjusted, it took a long time. In the future, as Yan Zhen said, practice makes perfect after the second play, and the progress will be faster. It is predicted that there will be no problem in rehearsing four plays before the end of the year.

"Master's wife, don't be in a hurry. Take your time. Two plays are enough this year. The key is to rehearse the plays in detail so that they can be performed at any time. There is no point in rushing. Moreover, it is better to stage the plays in a way that reflects the characteristics of our steel mill. That is what we call success."

"Da Mao, don't worry. Your factory leaders value the troupe, and I won't hide anything, and Master Xu Ziqing will be even less likely to do so."

Xu Damao quietly approached Yan Zhen and said, "Master's wife, it would be best if you could stay in our factory as long as possible. This is my one acre and three points of land, and no one can bully me."

"Little rascal, I know." Yan Zhen knew Xu Damao's little thoughts. Pu Yulin had discussed this issue with her before leaving: Xu Damao was a trustworthy disciple.

Diao Deyi: “This woman is not unusual.

A Qing Sao: What evil intention does Diao Deyi have?

Hu: This little Diao has no regard for face at all.

A Qing Sao: This straw bag is a windproof wall

Diao: Her attitude is neither humble nor arrogant

A Qing Sao: His expression is neither gloomy nor masculine

Hu: What the hell is Diao Deyi doing?

A Qing Sao: Is their surname Jiang or Wang?

Diao: I am going to ask her indirectly.

A Qing Sao: I must observe his words and expressions to guard him against

Diao: I just heard the commander say that Aqing Sao is really extraordinary. I admire your calmness, cleverness and courage. You dare to show off in front of the devils. If you didn't have the good idea of ​​resisting the Japanese and saving the country, how could you sacrifice yourself to save others without panic?

A Qing Sao: Chief of Staff, please don't give me such false praise. I don't deserve it for sacrificing myself to save others. I opened a teahouse and hope it will prosper. It is the first thing to be loyal to the underworld. The commander comes and goes frequently. I want to lean on a big tree for shade. It is also the commander's great fortune that I can be blessed in times of trouble.

Diao: The New Fourth Army has been in Shajiabang for a long time, and this big tree provides shade. You have been in contact with them for a long time, so you must have made more detailed arrangements for their care.

A Qing Sao: Build a seven-star stove, boil three rivers in a copper kettle, set up an eight-immortal table to entertain sixteen parties, all who come are guests, it all depends on your mouth. Smile when you meet, don't think about it afterwards, the tea gets cold when people leave, what's the point of being thoughtful...

"Good, great singing." Li Huaide was the first to stand up and applaud enthusiastically.

"Da Mao, the actress who played A Qing Sao just now is from our factory?"

"Director, strictly speaking, no. She is a disciple of Teacher Yan Zhen who was seconded from the Peking Opera Theater. She is Pu Su, a second-level actor. However, Teacher Yan said that Pu Su's current performance ability is fully capable of reaching the level of a first-level actor. Not to mention that she is a pillar of the Peking Opera Theater, she is also the first candidate. Fortunately, she is a candidate, otherwise the Peking Opera Theater would not agree to second her. They are also rehearsing model operas. So it can be said that Teacher Pu is now a member of our Red Star Factory. The one who sang Diao Deyi is Master Hou from the first workshop, an old Peking Opera fan. The one with Commander Hu is Master Wu from the logistics department. Is he singing well?"

"Xiao Xu, I didn't expect that in less than two months, our factory could stage such a big show. Not bad, not bad, very good."

"Director, next, the troupe is preparing to rehearse Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy. Sha Jia Bang will arrange intensive training every week. When Taking Tiger Mountain is finished, should we sign up for the department or city performances? This matter will be arranged by you, Director."

"Of course we have to arrange it. So, Damao, let the troupe rehearse with peace of mind. I will arrange the performance outside. We just need to rehearse the play so that we can go out at any time. Um, then, Deputy Director Zhang, from this month on, approve an extra 200 yuan per month for the troupe to rehearse well."

"Director Li, thank you for your strong support for the growth of the troupe. As the propaganda department, I would like to thank the factory leaders for their care. I also thank Deputy Director Zhang for his care."

Zhang Yong, the chief financial officer, also smiled and said, "As it should be. The troupe is also the face of our factory and should be strongly supported. Deputy Director Xu will go to the financial department to sign and receive the funds later."

After the performance of the model opera "Sha Jia Bang", Li Huaide was happy, Xu Damao was happy, and so were more than a dozen actors and staff of the troupe.

Xu Damao and Zhang Yong received the 200 yuan special funds for this month before leaving get off work. They also went to Li Huaide's office before leaving get off work.

"Director, the troupe has received special funding. As the troupe leader, I thought you should take charge of this funding."

Li Huaide waved his hand and said, "Da Mao, no need. Rehearsing well is the greatest support for me."

"Director, let's put it this way. The troupe doesn't need so much money at once. As the troupe leader, I think you should save 50 yuan a month from this fund as a fund for you to reward the actors later. I will arrange for the rest to be spent so that the cast and crew can devote more enthusiasm to rehearsals. Don't worry, the troupe has the professional guidance of Teacher Yan and Teacher Xu, so it will definitely be okay."

Xu Damao took out 50 yuan and handed it to Li Huaide. After talking to this point, Li Huaide didn't hesitate and took it. He was also short of money. The mother tiger at home was very strict and took care of the salary. If he didn't make a little money outside, how could he coax a woman? As a man, only when he has money can he have confidence and stand firm.

Li Huaide was still very satisfied with Xu Damao's vision. To put it nicely, next time it will be a separate reward, and whether it is rewarded or not depends on me.

After doing all this, Xu Damao left the factory director's office and went to the theater troupe.

"Everyone, the director has approved a sum of money. 100 yuan will be kept as a fund, and the remaining 8 yuan will be distributed as bonuses today. So, teachers Yan and Xu who were seconded from the Peking Opera Theater will each receive yuan, teacher Pu will receive yuan, and the others will receive yuan each. The rest will be put into the fund first. Here, there is a collection form, sign it, and receive the money. Then there will be no rehearsal today, and we will leave work early. Everyone has worked hard today. You, Qian Meihua, will be responsible for distributing money to everyone and keeping a ledger. You can do the troupe's cashier work part-time in the future."

"Okay, Deputy Director Xu."