“Movin’ Out” is a musical unlike any other show. Taking out the dialogue, an element some may think is essential to a musical, a story of five friends growing up together is told solely through dance choreography and Billy Joel songs.

Twenty-four of Billy Joel’s greatest hits are interpreted through movement to create a story of love and ultimately freedom in a creative and interesting way.The highly talented Matt Wilson sings as well as plays the piano. Wilson wailed on the piano and oozed star appeal, sounding like a mix between Joel and Elton John.

Fans of the movie “Center Stage” will absolutely fall in love with “Movin’ Out.” There’s nothing like seeing the amazing dancers live, and with a full rock band performing all the songs live, the show feels like the perfect mix of musical, rock concert and dance performance.

The industrial, urban-looking set is a nice complement to the high-energy show. The eight piece band plays on a raised platform high above the stage, while the dancers perform below.

The eccentric light shows give the feel of a rock concert, but the dance movements, sometimes soft and delicate, sometimes wild and thrashing, take audiences back to that musical world.

Some people may have a hard time following the character’s storylines, for you must really focus on the lyrics and movements to understand, but the unbelievable dance sequences can always be appreciated.

Playing the role of Brenda, Laurie Kanyok is constantly thrown around. Whether it be swung in circles by her partner, or thrown into the air and flung across the floor, it is mind-boggling how she can maintain her composure and complete her dance steps after such wild rides.

The most impressive was the male lead Eddie, played amazingly by Ron Todorowski. While leaping high, Todorowski also managed to accomplish back flips and many other contorted gymnastic movements. He is the best dancer I have ever seen perform live.

The dancers seem to perform these highly challenging movements so effortlessly. It was truly a sight to see.

Ballet is the dance style that is woven through all of the pieces, and after reading the program it’s clear to see why, as almost every dancer has been classically trained.

There are also high mixtures of thrash jazz, classic jazz and modern styles.”Movin’ Out” received two Tony awards after its premiere on Broadway, and it’s something spectacular that can not be missed.

“Movin’ Out” plays at the Community Center downtown through Nov. 14 at 1310 L St., and tickets can be purchased at the box office, or online through tickets.com.