Rudolf von Laban

Rudolf von Laban was a Hungarian-born dance theorist and movement analyst who developed a systematic way to study and understand human movement and expression. His work, known as Laban Movement Analysis, categorizes movement qualities like effort, space, and shape, helping dancers, actors, and therapists improve performance and communication. Laban aimed to explore how movement reflects emotions and personality, providing tools to observe and interpret non-verbal behavior. His contributions have had a lasting impact on dance, theater, and movement therapy, emphasizing the importance of dynamic, expressive movement in human life.