Rudolf Laban was a Hungarian dancer, choreographer, and movement theorist, born in 1879. He is best known for developing the Laban Movement Analysis, a system that categorizes human movement and helps in understanding the dynamics of dance and physical expression. His work laid the foundation for modern dance and influenced various fields, including theater and education. Laban also created the Labanotation system, a method for recording and analyzing movement. This notation allows dancers and choreographers to document their work accurately. Throughout his life, Laban emphasized the importance of movement in communication and artistic expression, making significant contributions to the study of dance.