Giuseppe Ottaviani: Chapter IV

📅 Date: 17 October 2026
🕛 Gates Open: 17:00
📍 Venue: The Soundroom, Dytchley Road, Kyalami, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
🎶 Genre: Trance
📋 Organiser: We Are Trance
🔞 Age Requirement: No Under 18’s

Introduction

Giuseppe Ottaviani: Chapter IV – South Africa brings one of trance music’s most respected names back to South Africa for another headline performance with We Are Trance. Taking place at The Soundroom in Johannesburg on 17 October 2026, the event follows three consecutive sold out We Are Trance shows featuring Giuseppe Ottaviani.

Known for his melodic, energetic and emotionally charged approach to trance, Ottaviani has built a career spanning some of the biggest electronic music events in the world. For South African trance fans, Chapter IV continues an established relationship between the Italian DJ and producer and the We Are Trance community.

Artists & Lineup

The Chapter IV lineup is headed by Giuseppe Ottaviani, joined by South African trance artists Dirkie Coetzee, Pierre Pienaar, Corrie Theron, Eggsta and That Girl. The programming brings together established names from the local trance scene with an internationally recognised headliner, keeping the focus firmly on the genre and its melodic, high-energy sound.

Ottaviani is described by We Are Trance as a DJ Mag Top 100 artist, with the event positioning his performance as the centrepiece of another dedicated night of world-class trance. We Are Trance itself describes its platform as the home of South Africa’s leading trance artists and a major trance event brand.

What to Expect

✅ Giuseppe Ottaviani headlining a full night of trance
✅ Support from Dirkie Coetzee and Pierre Pienaar
✅ Performances from Corrie Theron, Eggsta and That Girl
✅ A dedicated trance event at The Soundroom
✅ Music running from 17:00 until 01:00
✅ A Johannesburg gathering for dedicated trance fans

Venue

The event takes place at The Soundroom on Dytchley Road in Kyalami, Midrand. The venue is the Johannesburg home for this edition of We Are Trance, with the official event running from 17:00 on Saturday through to 01:00 on Sunday morning. The Soundroom has also hosted previous We Are Trance events, including performances by South African trance artists Dirkie Coetzee and Pierre Pienaar.

Event Tips

✅ The event is strictly 18+, so bring valid identification.
✅ Plan to arrive before the headline set if you want to experience the complete lineup.
✅ The event runs from 17:00 to 01:00, so plan your transport accordingly.
✅ The venue address is Dytchley Road, Kyalami, Midrand, 1684.
✅ Tickets are available from Quicket, with prices listed from R400 at the time of publication.

Is This Event for You?

If you’re into trance music, melodic electronic music and dedicated club events, Chapter IV is an easy one to put on your radar. The combination of Giuseppe Ottaviani and established South African trance artists makes this particularly relevant for fans who follow the local trance scene as well as those who want to see a globally recognised artist in a focused genre setting. If you’re looking for a broad multi-genre festival or an outdoor daytime experience, this probably isn’t the one. But for a proper night of trance in Johannesburg, the format is straightforward: one genre, a strong lineup and a late-night dancefloor at The Soundroom.