Orestes Gomez: No Me Fui Porque Quise

A theater-based performance explores themes of migration, memory and identity through a personal Cuban perspective in an open-air setting.

Orestes Gómez presents No Me Fui Porque Quise on Saturday, August 8 at ZeyZey Miami. The work centers on the experience of leaving one’s homeland, using storytelling to reflect on exile, resilience and the emotional complexities tied to displacement.

Known for creating narrative-driven performances rooted in cultural history, Gómez brings an intimate, actor-focused approach that blends personal reflection with broader social context.

Set within ZeyZey’s outdoor venue, the evening pairs live performance with a curated beverage program and on-site dining by Tacos María, known for its grass-fed, seed-oil-free tacos. This is an 18+ event.