Editing Performativity (section)

===Non-representational theory===
Within the social sciences and humanities, an [[interdisciplinary]] strand that has contributed to the performative turn is [[non-representational theory]]. It is a 'theory of practices' that focuses on repetitive ways of expression, such as speech and gestures. As opposed to representational theory, it argues that human conduct is a result of linguistic interplay rather than of codes and symbols that are consciously planned. Non-representational theory interprets actions and events, such as dance or theatre, as actualisations of knowledge. It also intends to shift the focus away from the technical aspects of representation, to the practice itself.<ref>Dirksmeier, (2008), p. 19-20</ref>