The official ADL website provides information about ticket availability and the Awards Dinner which precedes the concert.

“ADL In Concert Against Hate is a powerful and inspirational event that honors heroes in the fight against intolerance, extremism and terrorism. The Concert tells the stories of ordinary men and women who have performed extraordinary acts of courage and compassion when confronted by hatred and bigotry. These are individuals who could not stand by while others were the targets of injustice, but instead chose to act. We also tell the stories of people who were themselves targets of hate, including those who have lost their lives in this struggle.” (from the website).

Thanks to Lara for this news!

” “Flight from Death” features an all-star cast of scholars, authors, philosophers, and researchers including Sam Keen, Robert Jay Lifton, Irvin Yalom, and Sheldon Solomon culminating in a film that is “not only thought-provoking but also entertaining and put together with a lot of class” (Eric Campos, Film Threat). Three years in the making and beautifully photographed in eight different countries, Flight from Death is “a stimulating, ultimately life-affirming film, filled with big ideas and revelatory footage” (Jeff Shannon, Seattle Times).” (from the website).

Thanks to Riitta for this info!

The Gallery has been updated with 65 screencaps from “Into The West,” brought to us by the keen eye and discerning sensibility of Lozzie.

One of the best screencaps I’ve seen so far from anyone is staring pensively at the fire just to your right. The others are of a similar quality.

If you have not seen “Into The West,” these will pique your interest so that you will want to watch it for the first time. If you have seen it, prepare for the memories. It’s a wonderful movie. Watch it again or go find it now!

Here is another example:

Into The West Screencap 41

1. Let’s get serious for a minute: UNICEF Ireland Ambassador Gabriel Byrne proclaims his belief in zero: a day when no children die from preventable causes. Visit http://www.unicef.ie to get involved today. Check out the announcement on YouTube. A longer version with several advocates is here.

Gabriel Byrne for UNICEF

2. Artist Tim O’Brien reports on the Irish American Writers and Artists inaugural Eugene O’Neill Lifetime Achievement Award at the Supper Club in New York City on October 16. “Standing next to me was Gabriel Byrne.  When it was over Gabriel said hello and we talked for a while.  Also very charming and said that the place where my grandfather was born was the place he used to drive to as a young man in hopes of a little something.  He indicated that he would be back with ‘In Treatment.’  That’s great news.  I love that show.” Read more of his comments on this lovely event, at which writer William Kennedy received the award, and check out the portrait he has done of O’Neill.  Thanks to Riitta for the heads up on this article.

3. Glamour Magazine reported on a poll run by UK’s Daily Mail which set out to discover just which accent in the world is the sexiest. Hmmm. We could have told them a poll was not necessary. And indeed, the sexiest accent in the world has turned out to be…wait for it…yes, the Irish Brogue! The article includes a lovely picture of Gabriel Byrne from the Emmy Red Carpet event. Nice of them to choose him as the standard bearer for Sexy Irish Accent. Check out the article and thanks to Kris for this lead!

The Irish Brogue edition of Glamour Magazine

4. RUN, do not walk, to your computer and email William Gallagher [wg@williamgallagher.com], writer, photographer, and provider of the UK DVD Review. Mr. Gallagher is sponsoring his annual Passion Poll. You have until December 1 to vote for In Treatment! So, drop him a line via email and tell him your choice for DVD of the year. And give him your reasons for your passion about this particular DVD (that would be “In Treatment, Season One”!) Also, you can view his website  here and the very entertaining podcast for the Passion Poll is here . Don’t forget to check out his photography while you are there. Thanks to Lozzie for this info.

Tell Mr. Gallagher how you really feel about “In Treatment”

5. You may think you know who Gabriel Byrne is, but in Las Vegas  “Gabriel Byrne” is apparently a large tortilla stuffed with sausage, ham, bacon, scrambled eggs and cheddar cheese. Cue Twilight Zone music? Call your cardiologist for a cholesterol check? No, just peruse the breakfast menu at Murphy’s Law Tavern in Las Vegas, Nevada. You will find a bunch of your favorite Irishmen on the menu. I’ve always wanted Gabriel Byrne for breakfast….oh no, I didn’t say that. Yes, I did. Sorry. I blame Lozzie for this one.

5  1/2. Last but not least, Mr. Byrne was spied leaving a local gym in Brooklyn this week. Speculation abounds, but I think he was just there visiting a sick friend…

Got Byrne-ing News? Email me at stellakuru@gmail.com and I’ll get it posted here. Thanks!

It appears a week of episodes will be shown for about two weeks, to be followed by the next set of episodes, etc.

Check out the HBO On Demand Schedule for more information!

Gina and Paul. On the couch. Working it out.

What are you waiting for? Get back in there and party away!

Note from Stella: Yan did a great job getting us back up and running. Whew! Thanks to Yan!

My own account for the boards has been hacked as well, so we may have to start from scratch (i.e. a blank slate).

On behalf of Byrneholics Online, I apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Update: I have installed a new board. Please do re-register!

Update #2: Problems have returned. We are working on it. Your patience is appreciated! We will keep you posted on our progress.

Update #3: Built yet another board, and hoping it will stay okay. Once again, you need to re-register. Do NOT use the same password as before.

Update #4: Talking with our hosting company now. They will try to restore the original forum. No timeline for this yet. Please do not register at the new forum at this time. We will keep you updated on our progress here at this thread. Thanks for your patience, everyone!! We will work our way through this.

Update #5 (Oct 26): Our support issue has been “escalated”–always a good sign. I’m in touch with our hosting company and they are reviewing the problem and will let us know what they can do soon. Keep watching this posting for news. Thanks! Stella

Update #6 (Oct 27): Support at our hosting company is making progress. We will be testing to see if they have succeeded in restoring the old forum. No promises yet, but I’m optimistic. Stay tuned and we’ll let you know how things turn out. And stay steady–one way or another, we will have a forum soon! Stella

Get out the champagne and salute Skateboard Guy, whose message was apparently received!

Here is the  Official HBO press release (with my comments following):

For Immediate Release

HBO RENEWS CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED DRAMA SERIES IN TREATMENT FOR THIRD SEASON, WITH PRODUCTION TO START IN NEW YORK NEXT YEAR; GABRIEL BYRNE STARS

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 23, 2009 – HBO has renewed the Emmy®-winning half-hour drama series IN TREATMENT, which will begin production on its third season in New York in early 2010, with debut scheduled for later in the year, it was announced today by Michael Lombardo, president, Programming Group and West Coast Operations, HBO.

“IN TREATMENT is synonymous with inspired writing and brilliant acting,” noted Lombardo. “This is the kind of show that could only flourish on HBO, and we’re proud to bring it back.”

Gabriel Byrne (Emmy® nominee and Golden Globe winner for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Drama) stars in the series as Dr. Paul Weston, with additional cast members to be announced as they are confirmed.

The second season of IN TREATMENT inspired resounding critical praise, with the New York Times hailing the show for “powerful acting and well-wrought dialogue,” while the Los Angeles Times said the “well-drawn and compelling performances are uniformly terrific.” The Chicago Sun-Times called the series “fascinating” and Newsday termed it a “fine and absorbing show.”

Joining the show as executive producers are Anya Epstein (HBO’s “Tell Me You Love Me”) and Danny Futterman (“Capote”). Returning executive producers on the show include Stephen Levinson, Mark Wahlberg and Hagai Levi. It is expected that Paris Barclay will return as an executive producer/director.

IN TREATMENT is produced by HBO Entertainment; executive producers, Stephen Levinson, Mark Wahlberg, Hagai Levi, Anya Epstein and Danny Futterman; co-executive producers, Noa Tishby and Gabriel Byrne; producer, Sarah Lum.

IN TREATMENT is produced by HBO Entertainment in association with Leverage, Closest to the Hole Productions and Sheleg.

OK. What we need to pay attention to here:

1. Anya Epstein and Dan Futterman are related; in fact, they are husband-and-wife. Mr. Futterman was nominated for an Oscar for his screenplay of “Capote.” He is a well-known actor as well, of course. Ms. Epstein, in addition to her work on “Tell Me You Love Me,” also served in various capacities on “Homicide: Life on the Streets,” one of my favorite shows.

2. Most of the articles announcing the renewal indicate that the show will start production again after the New Year, in NYC, and will pop up on our television sets probably in Q3 or Q4 of 2010.

3. Gabriel Byrne is now listed as a co-executive producer. Wahoo!!

4. Dianne Wiest may return, despite the ending of Season Two.

5. No word on the writers yet. Let’s hope Sarah Treem returns!

6. Casting for the supporting roles will begin soon.

Check out these reports for more information:

Chicago Tribune

Alan Sepinwall’s blog

The Hollywood Reporter

Variety

Cheers, everyone! Support from fans here and elsewhere has been loyal and steadfast and I’m tempted to think our collective wishful thinking had an impact. Who knows? What we do know is: In Treatment is coming back for Season Three! And now we couldn’t be happier…

Season 3! Season 3! Season 3!

According to this article, HBO is “proud to bring it back” and will announce additional cast members “as they are confirmed.”

This calls for a celebration…HURRAY!