Paper Windmill's 'Chair Club' Connects Mazu's Blessing, Creating a Cycle of Good with 'Press Sedan Money'
Paper Windmill Theatre announced it will share Mazu's 'press sedan money' with 'Chair Club' members after receiving Mazu's blessing at Baishatun Gongtian Temple, initiating a cycle of good and seeking small donations for its art activities.
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(Central News Agency reporter Zhao Jingyu, Taipei, 5th) Paper Windmill Theatre performed at Baishatun Gongtian Temple in Miaoli on May 3rd, where Mazu, riding the "Pink Supercar" (Mazu's sedan), watched the show and stopped to bless the stage. Paper Windmill announced that it will share the "press sedan money" (Ya Jiao Jin) given by Mazu with members of its "Chair Club," creating a cycle of good.
The "Chair Club" is Paper Windmill's small donation program to promote the 368 Project, inviting the public to actively support the art-to-the-countryside initiative. These donations support the administrative costs related to the 368 Children's Art Project tour, allowing Paper Windmill to perform for free so that more children in townships have the opportunity to sit and watch a play.
Paper Windmill Theatre founder Li Yongfeng stated that he was deeply moved when he received the heavy "press sedan money" from Gongtian Temple Chairman Hong Wenhua. "I am very grateful for Mazu's blessings and encouragement to Paper Windmill all along. I accept the press sedan money on behalf of everyone and want to share it with all staff members and supporters of Paper Windmill." Paper Windmill announced that starting immediately, those who join the "Chair Club" will have the opportunity to receive limited edition "press sedan money" and a blessed card from Baishatun Gongtian Temple.
Zhang Minyi, CEO of Paper Windmill Educational Foundation, stated that "press sedan money" is a blessing from Mazu's palanquin when it passes or stops, and believers usually carry it to pray for peace and success. "Paper Windmill wants to transform this blessing from Mazu into a blessing for society."
Li Yongfeng said in a media interview that Paper Windmill has been promoting the "368 Township Children's Art Project" for 20 years since 2006, accumulating over 812 performances, 1.67 million audience members, and 190,000 donations, encouraging countless families to engage with performing arts. "Paper Windmill raises funds for children to watch plays, and we often face difficulties, but Mazu always encourages Paper Windmill in her own way, allowing Paper Windmill to overcome all obstacles and express gratitude to Mazu."
According to news released by Paper Windmill, earlier this year, Baishatun Mazu's Taichung branch unexpectedly stopped at Paper Windmill's rehearsal site to watch the show, providing invisible blessings and encouragement. On May 3rd, Paper Windmill went to Baishatun Gongtian Temple to perform in gratitude. Mazu not only watched the entire play "Shunfeng'er's New Incense Burner" but also rushed onto the stage to stop her sedan and offer blessings after the show. The troupe members knelt down, their eyes red, feeling the close protection and guidance from the deity.
Li Yongfeng stated that the troupe has been established for over 30 years, evolving from performing in art halls to aspiring to provide free plays for children in all townships across Taiwan through fundraising. "There have been too many frustrations during this persistence, and often I wanted to give up. Paper Windmill could just go back to performing in theaters and selling tickets, but too many children don't have the opportunity to experience theater and art in their childhood, which makes us unable to give up."
Details of Paper Windmill's "Chair Club" can be found on Paper Windmill's Facebook fan page or the official website of the 368 Art Project at https://paperwindmill.com.tw/paper368. (Edited by Li Hen-Shan) 1150505
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The "Chair Club" is Paper Windmill's small donation program to promote the 368 Project, inviting the public to actively support the art-to-the-countryside initiative. These donations support the administrative costs related to the 368 Children's Art Project tour, allowing Paper Windmill to perform for free so that more children in townships have the opportunity to sit and watch a play.
Paper Windmill Theatre founder Li Yongfeng stated that he was deeply moved when he received the heavy "press sedan money" from Gongtian Temple Chairman Hong Wenhua. "I am very grateful for Mazu's blessings and encouragement to Paper Windmill all along. I accept the press sedan money on behalf of everyone and want to share it with all staff members and supporters of Paper Windmill." Paper Windmill announced that starting immediately, those who join the "Chair Club" will have the opportunity to receive limited edition "press sedan money" and a blessed card from Baishatun Gongtian Temple.
Zhang Minyi, CEO of Paper Windmill Educational Foundation, stated that "press sedan money" is a blessing from Mazu's palanquin when it passes or stops, and believers usually carry it to pray for peace and success. "Paper Windmill wants to transform this blessing from Mazu into a blessing for society."
Li Yongfeng said in a media interview that Paper Windmill has been promoting the "368 Township Children's Art Project" for 20 years since 2006, accumulating over 812 performances, 1.67 million audience members, and 190,000 donations, encouraging countless families to engage with performing arts. "Paper Windmill raises funds for children to watch plays, and we often face difficulties, but Mazu always encourages Paper Windmill in her own way, allowing Paper Windmill to overcome all obstacles and express gratitude to Mazu."
According to news released by Paper Windmill, earlier this year, Baishatun Mazu's Taichung branch unexpectedly stopped at Paper Windmill's rehearsal site to watch the show, providing invisible blessings and encouragement. On May 3rd, Paper Windmill went to Baishatun Gongtian Temple to perform in gratitude. Mazu not only watched the entire play "Shunfeng'er's New Incense Burner" but also rushed onto the stage to stop her sedan and offer blessings after the show. The troupe members knelt down, their eyes red, feeling the close protection and guidance from the deity.
Li Yongfeng stated that the troupe has been established for over 30 years, evolving from performing in art halls to aspiring to provide free plays for children in all townships across Taiwan through fundraising. "There have been too many frustrations during this persistence, and often I wanted to give up. Paper Windmill could just go back to performing in theaters and selling tickets, but too many children don't have the opportunity to experience theater and art in their childhood, which makes us unable to give up."
Details of Paper Windmill's "Chair Club" can be found on Paper Windmill's Facebook fan page or the official website of the 368 Art Project at https://paperwindmill.com.tw/paper368. (Edited by Li Hen-Shan) 1150505
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