The training found at the various academies of dramatic arts in the Netherlands comes under the heading Hoger Beroepsonderwijs (HBO), meaning Higher Professional Education.
[citation needed] The academy is part of Zuyd University.
The drama school is housed in a former Protestant orphanage in the historic Jekerkwartier in Maastricht.
[citation needed] The Toneelacademie Maastricht, institute of performative arts has a solid reputation in the Netherlands.
Many famous Dutch and Flemish theatre and film actors and directors, playwrights, scenographers, costume designers, and performers were educated there, including:[citation needed]