#639 Prismatic Joy

Content Warning: This week’s stories contain references to a war zone and to gambling.

This week we feature two stories from Issue V of Debris Magazine Prismatic Joy, co-edited by Mariam Ella Arcilla and Jazz Money, which is an explosion of colour and nuanced storytelling.

Acidic Cuts

During her trip to Ukraine, Kiera searches for the harmony of the tradition,  and tries to avoid the discordance of fear and air raid sirens.

Written and performed by Kiera Brew Kurec. This piece featured recordings captured by Kiera in the Ukraine, in 2024.

Sound design by Lana Lusina, find more of her work at https://lanalusina.carrd.co/.

St Elaine

In our next story, George’s narrative follows Elaine, who finds joy through a prismatic vengeance on pokie machines.

Written and performed by George Haddad. Find more of George’s work at https://georgehaddad.net/.

With sound design by Zac Pennington. 

Debris Magazine Issue V Launch

Head to Debris’ website to purchase the latest issue, and for information on their Sydney launch and appearance at the Melbourne Art Book Fair, as well as international launch details in Istanbul and Paris.

Join us for the Sydney launch of Issue 05: Prismatic Joy.

Event details here. 

Saturday, May 17, 2025, 6:30 PM 9:00 PM at Suite7a (map)

The evening will begin with an introduction by editors Jazz Money and Mariam Ella Arcilla, followed by readings from contributors Sara M Saleh, George Haddad, Atul Joshi and Farz Edraki.

Melbourne NGV Book Fair 

Debris, and their latest issue, have a stall at the Melbourne Art Book Fair (NGV). 16-18 May, 10 am-5 pm.

https://artbookfair.melbourne

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Host Kwame Slusher

Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan

Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell

Community Coordinator: Patrick McKenzie

Artwork: Lindsey Vassalo

Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins

Theme Music composed by Shining Bird