Jean-Georges Noverre was an influential French ballet dancer and choreographer, born on April 29, 1727. He is best known for his role in developing the art of ballet, particularly through his innovative ideas about choreography and expression. Noverre emphasized the importance of storytelling in dance, advocating for a more expressive and emotional style that connected with audiences. Noverre's most significant contribution is his book, "Letters on Dancing and Ballet," published in 1760. In this work, he outlined his theories on ballet and criticized the rigid forms of the time. His ideas laid the groundwork for the evolution of ballet, influencing future choreographers and dancers, including Marius Petipa and George Balanchine.