About this season
The Topp Twins television series was a highly acclaimed New Zealand comedy and musical show created by twin sisters Jools and Lynda Topp. Running for three seasons, the show featured their iconic cast of original Kiwi characters, including the bossy Camp Mother and her bumbling companion Camp Leader, the Bowling Ladies, and the cross-dressing Ken and Ken. The series followed the twins as they integrated their musical performances and comedic sketches into everyday New Zealand life and events, such as A&P shows, netball matches, the Otago Cavalcade, and speedway racing. The show is a major piece of New Zealand broadcasting history.
Episodes (7)
1. Highland Games
Aired 1 June 2000 • 23 min
Ken participates in real Highland Games to impress the lady of his dreams, celebrating all things Scottish with a new spin on the Braveheart story.
2. Army & Bush
Aired 8 June 2000 • 23 min
Army training proves not for the faint-hearted as the Kens get lost in the bush.
3. Dogs
Aired 15 June 2000 • 23 min
The duo explore the culture of dogs and the people who love and care for them.
4. Bowls & Golf
Aired 22 June 2000 • 23 min
Little old ladies in white lawn bowling outfits become commandoes defending their club from the golf club’s expansion plans.
5. Vacation
Aired 29 June 2000 • 23 min
Camp Mother and her off-sider take a tourist’s look at New Zealand, making a promo video and trying out first-hand some of the country’s most scenic activities.
6. Farm, The Musical
Aired 6 July 2000 • 23 min
Ken’s farm is under threat and his best mate has written a musical, “Farm.” The local operatic society stages the production with original music and even some dancing!
7. Road Chase
Aired 13 July 2000 • 23 min
It’s one big road journey with the chaser becoming the chased, as all the characters pursue each other—except for the Camps, who remain oblivious to the Kens’ obsession.