# 12-year festival reclaims Samuel Beckett for Ireland

A 12-year festival dedicated to Samuel Beckett is working to reclaim the playwright as an Irish cultural icon, challenging his image as a Parisian exile. The event emphasizes his deep ties to Ireland and aims to reframe his legacy within the country's national identity.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2026/jul/10/samuel-beckett-biennale-theatre-godot-not-i-krapps-last-tape) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:19 GMT