Daebak Spartans Will Host K-Pop Showcase on December 6
The Michigan State University dance club will perform for an expected crowd of 300 at the Kellogg auditorium.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Dance
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The Daebak Spartans, a student-run K-Pop club at Michigan State University, will hold a performance showcase on December 6, 2026. Organizers expect an audience of upwards of 300 people to attend the event at the campus Kellogg auditorium.
Why it matters
The club provides a welcoming community for students to bond over shared interests and express their passions in a supportive environment. It serves as a creative outlet for students who might otherwise feel judged for their interests.
Founded in 2018, the club supports 60 to 65 performers each semester who tackle 36 different songs. Members may sign up to participate in a maximum of five individual dance routines for the showcase.
The players
Daebak Spartans
This is a student-run K-Pop club at Michigan State University that focuses on learning choreography.
Michigan State University
This is a public research university located in East Lansing where the student club is based.
The details
Members of the group learn complex choreography from YouTube videos at their own pace while practicing routines alongside others to encourage collective progress. Beyond dance, the club hosts social events at local spots like HTea Cafe to strengthen bonds between members.
Timeline
The Daebak Spartans were founded in 2018.
Members meet once a month to learn new choreography.
The semesterly showcase is scheduled for December 6, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The club follows the broader pattern set by the nationwide surge in Hallyu-inspired student organizations on U.S. college campuses. These groups increasingly function as community hubs that bridge the gap between digital fandom and physical performance spaces.
Students and community members interested in the performance should prepare to attend the event at the Kellogg auditorium on December 6. Those looking to join the club can participate in monthly practice sessions to begin learning choreography.
The takeaway
Engaging in student-led performance groups offers a unique opportunity for social connection through shared artistic goals. New members can easily integrate into the community by attending monthly practices and participating in group choreography sessions.
Further reading
Learn more about the local performing arts scene on our Dance section page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The State News.
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