Rudolf Benesh was a prominent Czech dancer and choreographer, known for his significant contributions to the field of modern dance. He was born on January 30, 1891, in Prague, and later became a key figure in the development of dance notation, a system that allows for the recording and analysis of dance movements. Benesh co-founded the Benesh Institute in 1955, which focused on the study and teaching of dance notation. His work has had a lasting impact on the way dance is documented and taught, influencing generations of dancers and choreographers around the world. He passed away on January 24, 1958.