represent vs performing arts

represent is not a noun while performing arts is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
represent	No	No	Yes	No
performing arts	Yes	No	No	No

represent (noun)	performing arts (noun)
	arts or skills that require public performance

represent (verb)	performing arts (verb)
to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
serve as a means of expressing something
express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance
bring forward and present to the mind
describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality
create an image or likeness of
play a role or part
perform (a play), especially on a stage
be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute
be representative or typical for
be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
form or compose
be typical of
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to