CORTA
Original stories for stage, screen and beyond.
Stories Made
To Be Felt.
Corta Ishman, professionally known as CORTA, is an award-winning writer, director, producer, playwright, filmmaker and author creating original stories across stage, screen, publishing and digital media.
His work explores relationships, family, betrayal, sexuality, trauma, secrets, accountability and the difficult choices that make people human.
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But I’m Married
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He Insured My Death
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With This Ring
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I Am Corta
Entertainment
Founded by Corta Ishman, I Am Corta Entertainment is an independent entertainment company dedicated to original storytelling across film, theatre, publishing, digital media and creative development.
Built from a belief that creators do not have to wait for permission to tell meaningful stories.
Six Stories.
One Black Canvas.
Every Story Starts With A Blank Canvas.
Black Canvas Theatre Company is the theatrical extension of I Am Corta Entertainment, dedicated to developing and producing original live stage productions.
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Create boldly.— CORTA
Tell authentic stories.
Build opportunities.
Create your own lane.
Let’s Create
Something.
Production. Collaboration. Writing. Directing. Press. Development.
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