About Harold Purcell
Lived 1907 – 1977 (aged 69). Harold Purcell was a director.
Harold Purcell (1907–1977) was a British writer and musical lyricist who frequently collaborated with Harry Parr-Davies. They co-wrote the book for the 1952 Anna Neagle musical The Glorious Days.
Selected works Magyar Melody (1938) The Lisbon Story (1943) Jenny Jones (1944) Under the Counter (1945) Her Excellency (1949) Rainbow Square (1951) The Glorious Days (1952)
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Who was Harold Purcell?
British writer and lyricist
When was Harold Purcell born?
Harold Purcell was born on 9 December 1907 in Lewisham.
When did Harold Purcell die?
Harold Purcell died on 28 May 1977 in Worthing.
What was Harold Purcell's occupation?
Harold Purcell was a director.
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