Alex Fisher participating in Stars Theatre’s ‘Dancing at the Stars’ fundraiser

Jose Franco

April 2, 2024 at 10:48 PM·1 min read

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — 17 News at Sunrise anchor Alex Fisher is taking to the stage for the Stars Theatre this weekend.

Fisher is participating in this year’s ‘Dancing at the Stars” fundraiser on April 6 with his dance partner Jordan Payne. The fundraiser benefits the Stars Theatre and its efforts to get kids involved in the arts.

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The event takes place Friday and Saturday at the theater located at 1931 Chester Ave. in downtown Bakersfield.

Tickets to the event are sold out but you can vote for Alex and Jordan and pitch in a donation for the theater at the Stars Theatre website.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KGET 17.

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