by Raleigh Magazine | Nov 14, 2018 | Do, November 2018
Mike Mello’s comedy shows are no joke. Well, there are a lot of jokes, but his performances are always witty, entertaining and seamlessly hilarious, getting everyone in the audience to explode with laughter. On November 14, Mello will perform with fellow comedians David Michael, Jennie Stencel, Reid Pegram and Ryan Higgins in Goodnights Comedy Club’s Best of the City Roundup at Goodnights & Factory Restaurant. The event is sure to be filled with tear-jerking laughter, punchlines and witticism from some of Raleigh’s most talented jokesters. We got the honor of talking to Mello about his career and how he got his start in funny business, which we’ve bared below, all jokes aside.
When did you realize you were funny?
I would say middle school. I started doing talent shows and being more of a class clown. And I was ugly so I had to go the funny route.
You’ve been doing stand-up for 15 years. What’s your favorite thing about performing? Least favorite?
My favorite part is getting a new bit to work. It’s like watching one of your kids take their first steps. Worst would be bombing, which never goes away. It’s always lurking around the corner.
You maneuver touchy topics like race and politics on stage. Is that something you’ve always talked about?
Race is something I always talk about from my experiences. I’m not a fan of politics but due to the current situation we’re in today, you can’t help but to say something.
You’ve opened for DL Hughley, Ralphie May and Dave Chappelle, and toured with Tracy Morgan and Russell Peters. Who was your favorite?
I don’t have a favorite, they are all so uniquely different. I will say hanging out with Tracy Morgan was quite interesting. I feel blessed to have worked with such amazing and talented people.
I know your drink of choice is wine. What’s your favorite?
I always go for the Cabernet.
What would you like our readers to know about your show at Goodnights?
Come and see some of the best comics in the area before they get too big to afford tickets. There’s a lot of amazing talent in this area. And I will be there, so come out.
by Raleigh Magazine | Nov 14, 2018 | November 2018, Polish, Stuff
Make yourself the center of attention in bold red accessories that take any outfit from drab to daring. Start off with a simple red bag, then ease yourself into a bright trench and courageous high heeled booties you’ll really stand out in the crowd.
by Raleigh Magazine | Nov 14, 2018 | November 2018, Retreat, Stuff
Sherwin-Williams chose Cavern Clay SW 7701 as its 2019 Color of the Year.
The cool, vibrant colors of 2018 are replaced with warm earthy hues according to Sherwin-Williams.
Cavern Clay is “ A nod to midcentury modern style, but with the soul of the American Southwest, which together creates a desert modern aesthetic,” says Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing for Sherwin-Williams. “2019 will be a renaissance of the 1970s”.
I like Cavern Clay as an accent color only. It is a soft spicey tone and can warm up a design palette with the right fabrics and textures. It’s best mixed with deep hues and warm white trims.
—Tula Summerford, Design by Tula, designbytula.com
Despite the controversy over this year’s color of the year, I like Cavern Clay and other terracotta hue paints. It would rock in a sunroom of a Spanish-style home paired with creamy white trim and lots of plants. Or in a modern home on a statement wall with leather furniture and earthy, organic elements. A little goes a long way with this cozy color.
—Carole Marcotte, Form & Function, Formandfunctionraleigh.com
I’m not a fan of Cavern Clay. I would rather go with Rose Tan (SW 0069) by Sherwin-Williams. It’s more muted, still in the terracotta family but a little less Tuscan villa.
—Stephanie Tidwell, Stephanie Tidwell Interiors, stephanietidwell.com
by Raleigh Magazine | Nov 7, 2018 | November 2018, Polish, Stuff
The cool North Carolina temperatures that come every year with fall call for cozy sweaters in various colors, textures, styles and price points. It pays off to splurge on a comfortable, chic sweater, so we rounded up a collection of Raleigh’s best styles at three different price points, so no matter what your budget is you can stay warm all season long.
by Raleigh Magazine | Nov 6, 2018 | November 2018, Polish, Stuff
These boots were made for walking, through fallen leaves that is, in everything from suede to leather to tweed. Have fun pairing outfits with decorative textiles, savvy studs and pointed heels in this fall’s statement making shoes.
