Katherine Ryan will discuss her new book Firstborn Daughter with writer and broadcaster Chanté Joseph at Brighton’s Corn Exchange on Friday 23 October 2026.
The 7.30pm event is part of Ryan’s autumn book tour. Tickets are £44 and include a copy of the book, with doors opening at 6.45pm.
The appearance is part of Brighton Dome Comedy Festival, which runs from 16 to 25 October 2026. Our Brighton Dome Comedy Festival guide has the wider programme, venues and family events.
At a glance
| Event | An Evening with Katherine Ryan: Firstborn Daughter |
|---|---|
| Format | Book conversation with Chanté Joseph |
| Date | Friday 23 October 2026 |
| Venue | Brighton Dome Corn Exchange |
| Times | Doors 6.45pm; event 7.30pm |
| Ticket | £44, including a copy of the book |
| Age restriction | Strictly 14+ |
| Access | Captioned performance |
Katherine Ryan on television and podcasts
Canadian-born Ryan moved to the UK in 2008 and became a familiar face on comedy programmes including 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Live at the Apollo. She created, wrote and starred in the Netflix sitcom The Duchess, alongside stand-up specials In Trouble and Glitter Room. Her television work also includes the family reality series At Home with Katherine Ryan. Podcast listeners know her through Telling Everybody Everything, giving her an audience beyond her stage and television appearances.
A conversation about Firstborn Daughter
The Brighton appearance is billed as a discussion of Ryan’s new book. It brings her together with Chanté Joseph to explore the family roles and expectations at the centre of Firstborn Daughter.
The book follows The Audacity, published in 2021. Its subjects include motherhood, marriage and the responsibility of being the person who organises everyone else’s life. Ryan uses the idea of the firstborn daughter as a way into those experiences, mixing personal reflection with social commentary.
The publisher’s book listing gives a release date of 22 October 2026, putting the Brighton event the following evening. The discussion therefore arrives at the start of the book’s publication, rather than at the end of a long run of readings.
Part of an autumn book tour
Ryan’s official links page groups Brighton with events in Bristol, Cheltenham, Manchester, Birmingham and London under her 2026 book tour. The Cheltenham appearance is a separate festival conversation with Stephen Bailey; Brighton’s advertised interviewer is Chanté Joseph.
Ryan also has a stand-up special using the First Born Daughter name. When booking, look for the full Brighton event title and its conversation format. The Corn Exchange listing promises an evening about the book, and the book is included in the ticket price.
Upcoming tour dates
These are the six book-tour appearances linked from Ryan’s official page, checked on 8 October 2026. Cheltenham Festivals confirms its event on 18 October at 4.45pm. Formats, interviewers and ticket inclusions vary between venues.
| Date | Town or city | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 16 October 2026 | Bristol | Redgrave Theatre |
| 18 October 2026 | Cheltenham | The Times and Sunday Times Forum, Literature Festival |
| 19 October 2026 | Manchester | HOME |
| 22 October 2026 | Birmingham | The Old Rep |
| 23 October 2026 | Brighton | Brighton Dome Corn Exchange |
| 24 October 2026 | London | Garrick Theatre |
What the Brighton ticket includes
The £44 ticket includes admission and a copy of Firstborn Daughter. Brighton Dome members receive £2 off full-price tickets. The venue lists the event as seated and captioned, with a strict minimum age of 14.
The Brighton listing does not promise a signing or individual meet-and-greet. If either is important to your booking, check for a specific venue announcement before making plans.
Getting to the Corn Exchange
The Corn Exchange entrance is on New Road, Brighton BN1 1UG. Check the room on your ticket when planning where to meet. Brighton Dome’s travel information covers getting there, while its access guide explains facilities and booking support.
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