Tradition and modernity are always considered as two opposing forces. This paper investigates the connection between tradition and modernity through the play Dance like a Man. Mahesh Dattani is an Indian playwright, whose works generally depicts social issues and societal norms. Dance like a Man, shows the generational metamorphosis of three generations of Indian society. It depicts how the character navigates the expectations of their tradition while grappling the demands of contemporary society. The postcolonial theory deals with literature written after the colonial period and the aftermath of the colonization. The cultural hybridity is a concept under post-colonial literature, it speaks about third space where new hybrid culture is born. This paper explores how the connection between the tradition and modern create a new culture which helps the society to become better and equal.