“The show will be a sketch-comedy act based on the original television series,” Bhattacharyya said.

“The League” on FX is a comedy following a group of old high school friends who participate in a highly competitive fantasy football league.

While the show is centered on fantasy football, one doesn’t need to know much about the game to enjoy the show, with plenty of everyday-life issues and situations to spice up some laughs. “The League” started airing in fall 2009, and is scheduled to launch its fifth season next fall at 10:30 p.m on Thursdays on FX.

Notable stars from the hit show will be making an appearance at the live event Sunday, including stand-up comedian Nick Kroll as “Ruxin,” Stephen Rannazzisi from “Paul Blart: Mall Cop” as “Kevin,” internet sensation Jon Lajoie as “Taco” and Paul Scheer of “Human Giant and National Terrorism Strike Force: San Diego: Sport Utility Vehicle” as “Andre.”

Talks between RHA and an agent who specializes in comedy shows started in November, with RHA choosing FX’s “The League Live” over other potential shows, said Rodney James, RHA Director of Special Events.

“We were collaborating on what would be a great comedy act for MSU, and FX’s ‘The League Live’ is what we ultimately decided on,” James said.

RHA has been known for providing big-time shows to the MSU student body, with past performances by Kings of Leon, Lupe Fiasco and Mac Miller.

No-preference freshman J.P. MacRitchie follows the televised comedy and enjoys the witty humor, but is skeptical on how the live show will run.

While MacRitchie doesn’t plan on going to the event, RHA anticipates high attendance at the show, James said.

“We thought that MSU students would respond well to this ensemble comedy act,” James said. “‘The League’ television series is very popular with our demographic.”