Harold Turner (dancer)
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| Born | 2 December 1909 Manchester, England |
| Died | 2 July 1962 (aged 52) London, England |
| Occupation | Ballet dancer |
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Harold Turner (2 December 1909 – 2 July 1962) was an English ballet dancer, teacher, and ballet master. Widely recognized as "modern British ballet's first male virtuoso," he had an illustrious career as a principal dancer, after which he continued to perform in character roles. He is acknowledged as a key figure in British dance history.