Empowering the South West in its quest to become a leading rural creative economy, imPOSSIBLE is an ambitious production ensemble creating impactful theatre, events and festivals. Led by experienced producers Gabby Vautier (who’s worked previously with The Young Vic, Barbican, MIF, and Punchdrunk), and Charlie Bunker, whose CV includes projects with WildWorks and Arts Council England, the pair has enjoyed a whirlwind year of growth.
Pushing imPOSSIBLE’s national visibility and commercial touring aspect of their business, this year the team co-produced A Child of Science with the Bristol Old Vic, earning four and 5-star reviews, as well as a nomination for Best New Play at the UK Theatre Awards. Their adaptation of Tom Fletcher’s children’s book The Creakers, co-produced with Theatre Royal Plymouth, premiered in Plymouth before heading to crowds in the South Bank, London for Christmas. imPOSSIBLE is driven to put artists and big thinkers in the driving seat to create pioneering projects that lead to ideas, conversations and change.
How did Impossible Producing develop over the Programme?
A key achievement for imPOSSIBLE was reaching their £1 million investment target while building the #SouthWestEnd brand. This demonstrated the potential of the region to deliver commercially viable and high-quality West End-worthy theatre with an ethical soul. Together, the team have shone the spotlight on the high-quality talent within the region, showcasing the importance of championing and investing in local culture.
2023/ 2024 Highlights
- A nomination for Best New Play at UK Theatre Awards for A Child of Science
- Moving The Creakers to the South Bank for a sell-out christmas run
- Reaching their one million pound funding goal
- Raising the status of Southwest theatre talent
Where they’re setting their 2025 sights
- Commercial touring and merchandise for The Creakers
- Exploring the touring potential of Child of Science
- Building South West investment support for their ventures
Growing with Creative UK
“We found it comforting and invigorating to be in the company of innovative and ambitious organisations, mentors and Creative UK team members. We feel particularly supported by Suzie West who has championed us and our company in every way possible. We end the year, proud of our achievements and ready to maximise them – fired by the UK’s imbalance of investment in women and determined to prove that Cornwall’s female founders have game-changing potential.”
Gabby Vaultier, Co-Founder