Dua Saleh in San Francisco

Dua Saleh is a Sudanese-American singer and actor whose music blends rap, pop, and R&B while defying easy categorization. Born in Kassala, Sudan, Saleh fled the Second Sudanese Civil War as a child and settled in Minnesota, where they began writing poetry and later transitioned into music. Their debut EP *Nūr* (2019) earned critical acclaim, and subsequent releases like *rosie* (2020) and *I Should Call Them* (2021) built a national following.

Saleh’s live performances are known for their raw energy and emotional depth, drawing from their background in poetry and community organizing. They also gained recognition for their role as Cal Bowman in the Netflix series *Sex Education*. This San Francisco show offers a rare chance to experience an artist who continues to push boundaries in both music and acting.